Jhara (Slotted Skimmer)
熱した油の海から宝物をすくい上げる！サモサを傷つけない平らな魔法の網
Description
A flat tool midway between a ladle and spatula, with countless holes in a metal disc. An essential item to flip and drain Samosas, Pakoras, Puri (fried bread) in oil.
Classification: For Families,Spatula,Deep Frying Essential
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How to use
Ingredients
- Stainless steel
- Iron
- Brass
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep pot like a wok (Karahi), fry Samosas.
- Use this Jhara (slotted skimmer) to gently roll Samosas in oil without tearing the crust, watching to ensure uniform golden color.
- When fried, scoop up from the oil sea on the Jhara, drain oil firmly at the pot edge for seconds before moving to a plate. Also highly active when pressing Puri (fried bread) down into oil to puff it plumply.
Learn more Substitutes, pairings, tips
Key spices
None
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Japanese deep-frying skimmer or spatula (completely subbable for function)
Pairing
Puri, Samosa, Pakora (fritters), Jalebi (sweets)
Trivia
[Hardcore] 'Jhara' is Hindi. Unlike those made of mesh, punched structures with holes in metal plates are mainstream in India. This prevents sagging even when scooping heavy Samosas or massive Pakoras, enabling stable handling of large deep-fried batches.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Usage] Gently press down 'Tap Tap' with the flat surface of this Jhara over thin Puri (bread dough) in piping hot oil, puffing it beautifully like a balloon!
Allergen
None