- How is this different from a potato masher?
- A ricer pushes cooked potato through small holes into fine, airy strands, which gives a smoother, fluffier mash than mashing in the pot. A masher is faster and more versatile but leaves lumps.
- Can I use it for anything besides potatoes?
- Yes. It works for soft cooked vegetables, fruit purees, gnocchi dough and squeezing water from cooked spinach or grated potato. Hard or fibrous vegetables will clog it.
- Is stainless steel better than plastic ricers?
- Stainless steel will not crack or stain the way plastic baskets can, and it handles hot potato without warping. It is heavier, but it should last far longer.
- How do I clean it?
- Rinse the basket under running water right after use, before starch dries, and use a brush to clear the holes. Most stainless ricers are dishwasher safe, but hand washing keeps the finish bright.
- Will it fit my pot and bowl?
- The basket sits over a bowl or pot while you press, so check the basket width against your usual bowl. Lever ricers rest on the rim, so a wide, stable bowl works best.
- Where is the Stainless Steel Potato Press Kitchen Gadget cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $16.99, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Stainless Steel Potato Press Kitchen Gadget?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including The Home Depot, Amazon, eBay, Utensil Utopia.