Will Quinoa slip through this strainer?
388906
Definitely not; I use it for both rice and quinoa without any difficulty. However, one of the handles came off of mine soon after I got it. I didn't return it because I still needed it and didn't want to wait for an exchange. Otherwise, it has proven durable enough but not of highest quality manufacture.
597060
I have not tried it because I am fairly certain that it would not -- the holes are not small enough to prevent the seeds from slipping through. It is very effective to puree food, but I don't know why they refer to it as a strainer -- I've never used it that way.
1856561
I have never used mine for quinoa; however, it is very fine mesh and should do the job appropriately.
2131179
I think it would depend on what size pasta you are making, some pasta will definitely slip through.
2283201
Easily. Just make sure you have a wooden pestle or similar tool to gently for the material through the strainer.
148937
No. I put a canning funnel on my jar, and set the strainer in that. It works fine, but you would need to buy the canning funnel, if you don't already have one. Overall, I've been very happy with this product.
253683
The mesh is very sturdy, does not bend. The pot would have to be the right size for the strainer.
1555044
I tested a few grains of quinoa in my basket and it looked like they were going to get caught in the holes or be forced through. You need something with a finer mesh than this.
1856562
You don't strain quinoa. If there is excess water, you used too much water.
1068413
Holes are not small enough to side drain Quinoa. May be able to drain from bottom
992274
Yes, the edges go down which keeps food from draining under the strainer. It's a great strainer. It's easy to shake out the contents in the trash and easy to clean.
52448
It is a a sturdy strainer and does hold small grains, including quinoa. I haven't used it enough to give a long term use report, but given its sturdiness, I expect it to last a long time.
107359
I don't think so. The holes are large enough that the seeds would pass through. In my cooking classes we learned to press the seeds from berries in a fine mess strainer. Such as this one... OXO Good Grips 8-Inch Fine Mesh Strainer
1121115
Beans definitely, rice - maybe cooked rice if you are careful. I never tried. It is close spaced mesh but not fine like a tea strainer. I am afraid some dry rice might slip through.
93164
Yes, In fact I believe you could strain cooked quinoa in this colander and lose very little.
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?
63591
Sorry, I can't be of help. All I know is that the 6-3/4" strainer is double mesh. It is very fine. As the other responder mentioned, Quinoia will absolutely will not pass through the strainer.