Winco 12" Stainless Steel Skimmer, Short Handle

This strainer does exactly what I want it to do. It can easily scoop out all items from a wok full of hot oil, and the short handle is easy to use and manipulate. It's also very handy for setting over a wok and pouring another wok or pot full of oil and ingredients over it to strain out the oil. Many restaurants use this technique to quickly fry items then toss them back into the wok to finish the dish. This is very sturdy and well made, should last me for years and years.

Highly recommend for anyone stir frying rice dishes. I use it after a lot when frying velveted chicken and emptying the chicken on this strainer while it sits on a metal pot to collect the oil. Add my other ingredients, fry for a bit and add my chicken back into it to finish the dish.

The Winco Stainless Steel Skimmer is a solid, no-nonsense tool that’s become a staple in my kitchen. It’s sturdy and well-balanced, with a wide mesh that makes it perfect for lifting dumplings, fried foods, or veggies out of hot oil or boiling water. The stainless steel construction feels durable and easy to clean—no rusting or bending, even with frequent use. I love how the long handle keeps my hands safely away from the heat, and the skimmer’s design allows liquids and oils to drain quickly and efficiently. It’s lightweight but tough, and it handles both delicate and heavy foods with ease. If you’re looking for a reliable skimmer that gets the job done right, this one’s a winner.

Havent used it yet… it’s freakin’ huge and seems pretty heavy duty. 🤣 Bought it bc I watched some youtuber showing how to season a carbon steel wok and he was using something like it so I wanted one too bc of the size! Probably would only take one time to scoop anything out if using it to deep fry bc of it’s size.

Great size. Great accessory. Must have for wok cooking and cooking veggies, meat and draining quickly. Holds a ton. Fit over my metal bowls too.

Build quality is good. However, for a strainer at this size, weight really matters. It could be made lighter to be honest. Not keeping this.

This is a very basic utensil. It is big and heavy duty and as long as it is used for its intended purpose and cared for should last a lifetime.

This is a serious heavy duty item. Really hard to find well made items today. Professional Restaurant item. Very impressed