Helen's Asian Kitchen Stainless Steel Spider Strainer with Natural Bamboo Handle safely scoops up foods and thoroughly drains away hot oil and boiling liquids. It's superbly balanced for precise control, comfort, and fatigue-free use. The shallow mesh basket drains fried food quickly so they stay crispy and flavorful without an oily residue. It holds food securely for less splashes and mess. Its bamboo handle stays cool to the touch during use. Affectionately nicknamed for its web-like design, the Spider Strainer is ideal for Japanese cooking and Chinese recipes, making noodles, homemade dumplings, and other types of pasta, blanching vegetables, deep frying, and more. Helen Chen's Spider Strainer with Bamboo Handle is lightweight and durable, won't rust, react with foods, or leave a metallic taste, and hangs for easy storage. Hand wash in warm, soapy water. Brought to you by HIC, a third-generation family owned and operated company in the USA since 1957.