Colander Stalgast 077220

A colander separates food from liquid by allowing water to drain through small perforations while holding solids inside. The mesh creates a barrier that catches pasta, vegetables or fruit while letting rinse water or cooking liquid flow away, speeding up preparation and reducing waste.

The operator places the colander in a sink or over a bowl, loads it with washed or cooked food, and runs water through it. The handle keeps hands clear of the stream and allows the colander to be tipped or shaken to remove excess liquid. Once drained, the food is tipped into a serving or storage container.

The colander is made of stainless steel, which resists corrosion and does not absorb flavours or odours. The handle is fixed to the bowl and provides a secure grip when the colander is full.

The 220 mm diameter gives enough surface area to hold a standard portion of pasta or a batch of vegetables without crowding. The 260 mm overall length keeps the handle clear of the sink edge and allows the colander to rest across a standard bowl or pot.

The 3.4 mm mesh openings are small enough to retain fine pasta shapes and most vegetable pieces while allowing water to pass freely. After use, the colander is washed in hot water with detergent and rinsed, then left to air-dry.

This colander is listed under kitchen utensils in the Stalgast professional catering catalogue.