Are you using the right Spatula?

 

Using the right spatula makes a lot of difference in how your food turns out. You may think you are but let's find out.

 

You would not believe how many different types of spatulas there are. And the one you choose makes a world of difference on the outcome of what you're cooking.

 

Silicone spatulas are one type, they are great if your baking or stirring your food. And did you know there are even spatulas to scrape food out of a jar, say for instance honey? There are even spatulas for nonstick pans.

 

If your using metal spatulas you need to focus on what you are going to use them for. Most of the metal spatulas you come across have square or rectangular heads. They could be slotted or even solid.

 

The next five popular spatulas are for fish. If you work in a restaurant you will find cooks have these as their favorite tools. Even though they are called fish spatulas they are great for other uses as well. Fish spatulas heads are extra long, tapered, and slotted, making them very easy to slip beneath fish and even to flip very delicate fish. Pancakes and eggs because they are delicate can easily be flipped with a fish spatula. Also if you are making hamburgers, fish spatulas flip them great as well. If your cooking a dish say like baked potatoes, a fish spatula is great for not only turning them but scrapping those bits on the bottom. Cookies, yes a fish spatula is great when turning your delicate sugar cookies. Not only is a fish spatula great for these types of foods, but you can use them in most of your cooking vessels, such as cast iron, stainless steel, and many more.

 

Now it's true you can use other spatulas for these tasks, what's important is the use of a good spatula that fits right in your hand when using it.

 

Another important thing to remember when using a spatula is to choose the right one with the correct extension for what you're cooking. For example, a conventional spatula that has a square or flat head makes them hard to use in tight pans. The extra length on a good spatula makes a wonderful difference in cooking.

 

Short spatulas can become damaged in tight spaces because they may hit the pan and become dented. Also if cooking burgers with a small spatula can cause the burger to slide off other than back into the pan! Short spatulas when turning delicate fish can cause them to flake or break apart. You want to make sure your spatula is not too flexible or too thin for what your cooking.

 

Using again a fish spatula gives you more control because they support foods that may be heavy and foods that you need to do some scraping on the bottom of the pan. Another great feature of the fish spatula is they can get into those tight spaces, like an eight-inch pan. Because of their length they give your food better turning in the pan. Also, a good tip to remember is the handle on your fish spatulas, giving you better control when flipping your food.

 

A handle too long will feel very clumsily and may destroy what you're trying to accomplish. Handles that are moderate, are the best to use. A handle too thick can make your hand tired when holding them while your cooking. On any spatula a handle made of plastic or wood is best, this gives you a better grip if they become wet or greasy.

 

So if you have not figured out by now, the best way to go as far as spatulas are the "fish spatula".