I am looking for a strainer (for when I need to make a sauce smooth aka strain out the lumps) are the holes in this collander too large to do that?
62940
I have (2) of these collanders and love the convenience, but yes, would say the holes are too big to drain sauces.
62941
I think it would work to strain lumps unless they are really small lumps.i hope that helps.
62942
With the note that I don't cook: It's designed to rinse berries and the like and works well for that but I think the holes might be too small.
62943
I love these! But wouldn't strain sauces unless the lumps are very large. I have small ones, better rinsing
1167786
Absolutely not. You need a true chinois mesh strainer. This is a "china cap" so all of your material will run straight through the strainer.
1177800
The strainer measures 5" in diameter. The mesh holes are larger on the outer rim, at approximately 1/4", but the inner holes are down to around 1/8". It is not heavy, but feels sturdy.
68722
I've never used black powder or any powdered drink with a strainer before since I would assume you want the powder to mix with the water. But if it's anything like powdered sugar or granulated sugar, some of it will plan through. The holes are fine, but not super fine where it would keep the powder away from the water.
242158
All I can answer for you,Is that this strainer is a bit flimsy. I use it for brewing beer and if you want to strain anything that weighs more than a lb or two it bows real bad. Go for one that costs a bit more unless you want it for a little bit of veg or pasta straining
855349
Yes and shortly after, actual holes. I have bought other brands and had them last years and so I bought three, thinking I'd give one as a gift and use the other at our cabin. I kept all three, as I 1) would be embarrassed to give the brand I received as a gift and 2) will go through them in very short order. I have helped extended the life by ensuring we rinse the strainer clean, wash it in the dishwasher regularly and then put oil on it. Overall, I think some of the "brands" being sold are simply not high enough stainless on the strainer portion. Problem, many of the merchants are not advertising the brand and or level of stainless steel (or what parts are stainless)... making it so we all think we are getting a deal. I did not return or complain to Amazon, as I didn't spend that much -- just learned to buy local on this one or find the right merchant who includes details to ensure quality. Best of luck!
1422161
If the whey is elliptical in size, then the major radius of whey should be smaller than the circular holes in these (or any) strainers. My guess is that this strainer is not good for sieving whey.
2227797
I would say the holes are too big for that. When I put fine seasonings in it, they fell right through. Perhaps if the coffee beans aren't ground too fine.
449222
Hmmm...I've never used a strainer. I just squeezed my fist through the hole where the lid goes (it fits). Does that help?
142798
Have used it for several months and do not remember a single noodle coming out through a strainer hole-would not say it is impossible, but it would be very unlikely!
2202680
I am sorry to say I do not know. At a glance, I don't think so. I also have a Squeezo wannabe strainer that I use for tomatoes and there is a berry screen available for it that has pretty tiny holes. If you have to remove the seeds from berries, you might look at the Victorio (or other brands) fruit strainer. My wannabe is a Norpro that has served me well for many years. Norpro 1951 "The Original" Sauce Master
1889658
This is probably going to be too small to be efficient for that purpose, since this is tiny and you're probably going to be using large stockpots. Ideally you'll want something with a larger diameter, and is also really shallow (that is, less bowl-like and more like a plate) so you don't bump into bone chunks or anything else you have in the soup. Something like this: http://www.amazon.com/MIU-France-Stainless-Skimmer-15-Inch/dp/B003QTEO18/ref=pd_sim_sbs_k_9?ie=UTF8&refRID=1WZW7EXN6EATDMC571G7 These types of strainers are commonly sold in Asian groceries too.
739184
I think it would work. I use it to strain curds and whey that I make. I prefer to double it over so it's 2 layers and then I put it in my mesh strainer and it works great. It's very durable. I hand wash and air dry it and then fold it up and store in a plastic bag in between uses. It's very large so you will cut a piece to fit your strainer.
1304731
Maybe, strainer is 4 1/2 inches and the drain opening is 4 1/4 inches. It fits pretty good to me. Plus this strainer can be concave or conves.
46205
Yes, is good but you should put a sponge around of the input strainer. I have a sponge around and all goes good.Good luck.
1410304
I'm wondering if this can be used to make kefir also. So my question is, how big are the holes in the lid? I think they need to be about 1/8-in to work for straining the kefir.
1785309
Yes, great for straining, but it is flimsy. However, as much as I have been expecting it to break, it hasn't. I use it quite often.