Strainers & Colanders
Get a delicious meal on the table with a little help from these Sur La Table strainers and colanders. Whether you need to rinse off your ingredients or drain some freshly cooked pasta, these kitchen tools are sure to come in handy quite often. Learn more about what types of features you may want to look for to help in your search for the best colander or strainer.
The Difference Between Strainers and Colanders
Typically, the term “strainer” is used to refer to a tool that filters liquids. Also called a sieve strainer, these devices typically have a fine mesh that separates particles out to create especially smooth sauces and broths. They tend to have a slightly smaller, shallower size than a colander, and many handheld strainers feature one long, narrow handle. Colanders are large and are primarily used for rinsing and draining purposes. They have wider holes rather than a fine mesh and usually have a small handle on each side. For more information, read our blog post about Colanders vs. Strainers.
The Difference Between Strainers and Colanders
Typically, the term “strainer” is used to refer to a tool that filters liquids. Also called a sieve strainer, these devices typically have a fine mesh that separates particles out to create especially smooth sauces and broths. They tend to have a slightly smaller, shallower size than a colander, and many handheld strainers feature one long, narrow handle. Colanders are large and are primarily used for rinsing and draining purposes. They have wider holes rather than a fine mesh and usually have a small handle on each side. For more information, read our blog post about Colanders vs. Strainers.