Ladles are available in a range of shapes, sizes and
styles. They can be simple or can be embellished with certain common
designs.
Ladle Material
- Ceramic Ladle - It is wonderful for stovetop
and is easy to clean.
- Glass Ladle - It is a beautiful, elegant and
functional example of glassware.
- Stainless Steel Ladle - It allows for safely
lean ladle on the hot cookware. It is widely used for sautéing,
stirring, serving and more. It is sturdy and dishwasher safe.
- Plastic Ladle - It is used only for serving or
mixing ingredients. It cannot be used on the stovetop or for
stirring or sauteing.
- Wooden Ladle - It is handmade from wood and is
widely used for serving. It is mostly used on non-stick cookware.
Types of Ladles
Ladles are commonly used to serve soups, vegetables,
gravy, etc. Depending on the food to be served, the size of the ladles
vary. The most widely used types of ladles are:
- Soup Ladles - They are ideal for serving both
thick and thin soups. They have a 6 ounce bowl characterized by a
rounded edge that doesn't need to be drained.
- Sauce Ladles - They are mainly used for
transferring liquid or semi liquid foods from one receptacle to
another. They are characterized by a long handle with a hook at one
end and a semi spherical bowl at the other.
- Wok Ladles - They have a shallow, wide bowl and
are suitable for stirring and mixing foods as they cook.
