Gravy strainer

A gravy strainer, gravy skimmer, fat separator, fat strainer is a device used to separate fats and juices from gravys, stocks and sauces.

The fat rises to the top and the gravy juices can be poured off from underneath

The hot stock is poured into the separator and left for a minute or two in which time the fat rises to the surface and the stock can be poured out from underneath.

See also

• Sieve
• Chinois which has a picture of a china cap as well.

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