1.
skimming scum; removing impurities from cooking liquids
the act of removing foam, fat, or impurities that rise to the surface while cooking
煮物の灰汁取りをする。
To skim the scum from a simmered dish.
灰汁取りをしないと料理が濁る。
If you don't skim the scum, the dish will become cloudy.
丁寧に灰汁取りをすると澄んだスープになる。
Carefully skimming the scum produces a clear soup.
2.
scum skimmer; skimming ladle
a utensil used for removing scum from soups and stews
灰汁取りはどこにありますか。
Where is the scum skimmer?
網目の細かい灰汁取りを使う。
Use a skimmer with fine mesh.
ステンレスの灰汁取りが使いやすい。
A stainless steel skimmer is easy to use.
COOKING CONTEXT:
灰汁 (scum/impurities) rises to the surface when boiling meat, vegetables, or making stock. Removing it (灰汁取り) produces clearer, better-tasting dishes.
RELATED TERMS:
- 灰汁 (scum; impurities; harshness)
- すくい網 (strainer; skimmer)