I have a confession to make: I'm addicted to watching kitchen gadget reels on social media. From clip-on strainers (brilliant) to pepper corers (genius), there's an array of utensils and non-toxic kitchen tools that promise to transform everything from food prep to cleaning – and some of the handiest kitchen gadgets at Amazon can be found for under $20 right now.
While I'd be more than happy to fill my kitchen with heirloom cookware and state-of-the-art appliances, I've discovered that the simplest kitchen gadgets will pay for themselves. These nifty finds might not be glamorous, but they'll help to save you time and stress when you're hosting.
Of course, what makes the world of kitchen gadgets both exciting and slightly overwhelming is the sheer amount of choice. I could spend hours scrolling through everything from fruit slicers to egg separators, but the goal is to save time, rather than fall down an online rabbit hole – and ensure that I really will make use of everything I buy.
Plus, with hosting season upon us, I'm about to be batch cooking and dinner party-prepping like my life depends on it. So, there really is no better time to take advantage of all the kitchen gadgets on sale at Amazon; I know I'll my future self will be thank me, and so will you.
Shop clever kitchen gadgets for under $20 at Amazon
When you're cooking for a crowd, peeling potatoes can be a tedious task – but this nifty tool will banish the boredom and make life so much easier. I'm obsessed.
If you're on the hunt for food storage ideas to reduce food waste, try these handy food covers – they'll help to keep your fresh produce in brilliant condition if you have leftover fruit or veg from a recipe.
I'm always searching for ways to make more counter space in my small kitchen, particularly when I'm hosting so this roll-up drying rack looks ideal. This one is compact but sturdy.
Martha Stewart's apple and blackberry cake is one of my most beloved desserts, but it became much easier to make after I picked up an apple slicer – I'll never go back to chopping apples with a knife.
I feel like a professional chef now that I've invested in a meat tenderizer – and this handsome KitchenAid version is 50% off right now.
I'm hosting my first Thanksgiving this year, and I know that a meat thermometer will be essential for my turkey (though I'm buying a few extra as Christmas gifts). It will take the guesswork out and save you so much time checking whether it's done yet.
It might not be the prettiest addition to your kitchen, but this gadget is a game-changer for making use of leftovers – think turkey curry, risotto, salad and more.
A fat separator now claims a spot on my list of things every home cook should have in their kitchens. My homemade gravy is better than ever thanks to this genius tool.
This veg chopper will cover so many of your food prep needs, so much faster than you can chop by hand – it will save you so much time and is far more affordable than a food processor.
Looking for more clever gadgets? Our Kitchen Appliances Editor raves about the Supoon kitchen tool; she says it's one of the best purchases she's made this year.
