Spatula is a versatile utensil available in a variety of shapes and
sizes and generally made from metal, wood or rubber. It can be used for
a multitude of tasks. Choosing heat proof models ensures maximum
versatility.
Spatula Materials
- Rubber Spatulas - These spatulas heat resistant
and sturdy. They are used for folding, mixing, scraping and
smoothing batters.
- Metal Spatulas - These are perfect for
spreading frosting on cakes. These are also used for lifting,
removing or turning food being cooked. ·
- Wooden Spatulas - These are used for non stick
cookwares and are used for various tasks. These have the largest
variety of shapes, mostly useful for a saute.
- Silicone Spatulas - They have high melting
point and are used to stir extremely hot mixtures or remove food
directly from roasting or frying pans. Silicone will not transfer
any unpleasant taste to the food it contacts.
- Plastic Spatulas - These are disposable
spatulas and allows easy clean up.
- Stainless Steel Spatulas - These spatulas are
made from finest quality steel and prevent saturation of grease,
bacteria and moisture.
Types of Spatulas
- Pancake Turner - Versatile kitchen utensil for
flipping pancakes or burgers, removing cookies or corn bread from
baking pans.
- Dough Scraper - Used to scrape dough from flat
surface.
- Icing Spatulas - Available in a variety of
sizes and in straight, angled and tapered styles. They perform
countless decorating uses.
Operating Hints For Spatula
- Narrow, flexible blades spread foods well.
- Wider, less flexible blades turns food well.
- Wooden blades are stiffer and mix foods well.
Application of Spatulas
- Principal use if to spread, turn or mix food.
- Make candy.
- Scraping the last bit of ingredient from the container.
- Smoothing batter.
- Filling bags with ice.
- Striping bags for color effects.
- Color blending.
- Icing cakes.
- Stirring risottos and thick sauces.
