Coladores
Coladores, also known as strainers, are kitchen tools used to separate solids from liquids. They typically consist of a metal mesh or perforated material, often bowl-shaped or conical, attached to a handle or frame. This design allows liquids to pass through while retaining solid particles. Coladores are indispensable in various culinary applications, from straining pasta and rinsing vegetables to sifting dry ingredients like flour and powdered sugar.
The mesh size of a colador can vary significantly, determining its effectiveness for different tasks. Fine-mesh
Beyond basic straining, coladores find use in specific preparations. For instance, a fine-mesh colador is often