Sukui

Sukui is a Japanese word that translates to "scoop" or "ladle" in English. It refers to a utensil used for scooping and serving liquids or granular substances. Sukui come in various forms and materials, depending on their intended use.

Common types of sukui include ladles used for soup or sauces, strainers with a scooping function, and specialized scoops for items like ice cream or rice. Materials used in their construction range from metal, such as stainless steel or aluminum, to plastic, wood, and bamboo. The design of a sukui often features a bowl-shaped head attached to a handle, allowing for easy manipulation and transfer of contents.

In culinary contexts, sukui are essential tools for cooking and serving. The size and shape of the scoop are typically optimized for the specific food item or liquid it is designed to handle. For instance, a soup ladle has a deep bowl to hold a generous portion of broth, while a rice scoop might have a flatter, wider shape to easily transfer cooked rice from a pot to a bowl. Beyond the kitchen, sukui can also refer to tools used in other applications, such as garden trowels or scoops for handling bulk materials. The term is generally descriptive of the scooping action and the utensil that facilitates it.