Everything about Spatula totally explained
A
spatula, also known as a
fish slice in
British English, is a kitchen utensil with a long handle and a broad flat edge, used for lifting fish and fried foods. Though the word
spatula is used in
British English, it refers solely to a mixing and spreading implement. In parts of Canada and the United States, spatulas are sometimes called
flippers or
turners. They are used both in the preparation of food, as a flipping implement, and in the serving of food. Often the
plate scraper is referred to as a spatula.
The word
spatula, known in English since 1525, is a diminutive form of the
Latin term
spatha, which means a
broad sword (as in
spatharius) or a flat piece of wood and is also the origin of the words
spade (digging tool) and
spathe.
Design
Spatulas have a handle that's long enough to keep the holder's hand away from what is being lifted, or flipped.
The blade of the device is wide and/or thin. The shape of the blade varies, with square and rectangular shapes being most common. The blade is usually somewhat flexible. Spatula blades are often longer on the right side than the left, as this is more effective for
right-handed people. There are also
left-handed spatulas, but these are rare. Most have long slots on the blades to allow liquids to flow through, though some have holes or no perforations at all.
Spatulas are usually made of
plastic or
metal, with a wooden or plastic handle to insulate them from
heat. Thus, spatulas made for outdoor
grilling have very long handles.
Spatulas can be colorful or have very artistic designs. They can be used as decorations in the home or in some abstract art forms.
Related utensils
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