skimmer; mesh ladle
A kitchen utensil with a mesh or wire net used to scoop solid foods from liquid, such as when deep-frying or blanching.
After frying tempura, scoop it out with a skimmer to drain the oil.
Standard kanji spelling.
Mixed kanji-kana spelling; easier to read for learners.
Compound of 網 (ami, 'net') and 杓子 (jakushi, 'ladle').