What is an offset spatula?
An offset spatula is a kitchen tool that typically is used for removing items of food from dishes, though it can come in handy for a number of purposes around the kitchen.AppearanceAn offset spatula looks like a regular spatula with a stiff metal blade at the end of a handle, except that the blade “bends up where it meets the handle,” according to FineCooking.com.SizeOffset spatulas come in a wide variety of sizes to meet a range of purposes, according to FineCooking.com. The blade lengths and widths vary from long and narrow to short and squat.RemovingA primary use of an offset spatula is removing items of food, such as pieces of pie or cake. An offset spatula can be superior to a regular spatula for this purpose because it can fit more snugly to the shape of the piece and remove it more cleanly.TurningOffset spatulas’ bended blade helps when turning over items in a crowded pan, according to FineCooking.com. Because the spatulas can be held more vertically than regular spatulas, it is
