Spider Strainer, Stainless Steel Wire Skimmer with Handle
This spider strainer is a stainless steel wire skimmer spoon with a long handle. It sifts and strains both wet and dry food, and lets every drop of oil or water drain away. The long handle keeps your hands away from hot oil and grease.
It is simple to use and easy to clean, and the hole in the handle lets you hang it on the wall to keep it dry and tidy. It is also known as a jhara or puri strainer.
Key features of the spider strainer
- Stainless steel: strong and long-lasting.
- Wire mesh basket: drains oil and water quickly.
- Long handle: keeps hands away from hot oil.
- Hanging hole: store it on a hook.
- Easy to clean: rinse after use.
What to cook
- Chips and French fries.
- Puri, pakora and samosas.
- Momos and dumplings.
- Pasta, vegetables and fish.
Why a spider strainer
A slotted spoon holds onto oil, and tipping a pan into a colander is risky with hot oil. A spider strainer lifts food out quickly and lets the oil fall back into the pan, so fried food comes out crisper and less greasy.
Frying safely
Lower food into hot oil gently, never fill the pan more than a third full of oil, and keep children away from the hob. Rest the strainer over a bowl or plate with kitchen paper for a moment to catch the last drips.
Kitchen prep tips
Set out everything you need before you start cooking: wash and chop vegetables, measure ingredients and line up your tools. This makes cooking calmer and quicker. With the spider strainer close at hand, preparing a meal takes less time.
Safety in the kitchen
Keep pan handles turned away from the edge of the hob, use a dry cloth to lift anything hot, and keep children away from hot oil. Working with the spider strainer, as with any kitchen tool, is safest when the worktop is clear and dry.
Who it is for
Tools like the spider strainer suit everyday home cooks, keen bakers and anyone setting up a new kitchen. They also make a practical gift for a housewarming or a student moving into their first home.
Storing your tools
Hang tools on hooks or a rail near where you use them, or keep them together in a drawer or pot by the hob. Make sure they are dry before putting them away. Stored like this, the spider strainer stays ready to use.
Everyday use
The most useful kitchen tools are the ones you reach for without thinking. Keep them near where you prepare food and they quickly become part of your routine. The spider strainer is made for exactly that kind of everyday use.
Choosing quality tools
Good kitchen tools last for years, so it is worth choosing ones that are sturdy, easy to clean and comfortable to use. Stainless steel is popular because it resists rust and does not hold smells. Choosing the spider strainer is a simple way to upgrade your kitchen.
Cooking with less oil
Draining fried food well and resting it on kitchen paper removes a lot of excess oil, making it lighter and crisper. A good strainer makes that quick and safe. The spider strainer helps you serve fried favourites with less grease.
At a glance
- Material: stainless steel
- Type: wire skimmer (jhara)
- Handle: long, with hanging hole
- Uses: frying, boiling, straining
Spider Strainer questions
What is it made of? Stainless steel.
What is it used for? Lifting and draining fried or boiled food.
Can I hang it up? Yes, there is a hole in the handle.
Is it easy to clean? Yes.
Looking for more like this spider strainer? Browse the full Food Strainers collection or the rest of the Tabard Aprons shop. To learn more, see this overview of spider skimmers.
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