BBC Good Food Magazine

Do you really need a spider strainer?

e’re all trying to be more eco-friendly in the kitchen, and. If cooking with boiling water, use a spider strainer (or slotted spoon) to scoop things out rather than draining the water, so you can use the hot water again to cook something else. This means you’re saving water and not using extra energy to boil more. The size of a spider strainer means it’s also great for draining pasta and vegetables, as well as its primary use for deep-frying.

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