If you’re like most people, you probably don’t think much about how you use a strainer. After all, it’s a simple tool that’s designed to do one thing: separate solid food from liquid. But what if I told you that there’s a right way and a wrong way to use a strainer? And what if I told you that a viral TikTok video has been making the rounds lately, showing people the proper technique? I was today years old when I was shown the right way to use a strainer, and now I’m here to share what I learned.

First of all, let’s talk about the problem with the way most people use strainers. When you’re draining pasta or vegetables, for example, you probably put the strainer in the sink and pour the contents of the pot into it. But here’s the issue: when you do this, the steam and heat from the pot can cause the strainer to shift or wobble, which can lead to spills or burns. Plus, if you’re using a colander with large holes, some of the smaller pieces of food can slip through and go down the drain.

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