A fish spatula that can flip (almost) anything

This spatula is easy to grip, easy to flip, and affordably priced. Michael Hession YOUR GUIDE Anna Perling Don’t be deterred by the “Fish” in the name of the [Victorinox Chef’s Slotted Fish Turner]( This flipper is strong and flexible enough to glide smoothly under eggs, cookies, roasted vegetables, and, yes, fish. It has a sturdy walnut handle that’s short and easy to grip, so you can move with precision while you cook. I’m a Wirecutter kitchen writer, so there’s no denying that I love cooking gear. For space and environmental reasons, I try to buy less of it. But I appreciate that this spatula is one of the most versatile tools in my kitchen—and that it has a lifetime warranty. Before I used the Victorinox spatula, I was wrangling thick, awkward-to-hold rubber spatulas. Their melted edges gummed up against fried eggs and stopped short before rounded broccoli florets, and flipping often resulted in broken yolks or messes on the floor. The Victorinox, however, has a high-carbon stainless steel blade that’s sharp and flexible. It can easily shimmy under foods. And when you want to move a stack of pancakes from griddle to plate, it’s strong enough to hold them. “This spatula is one of the most versatile tools in my kitchen—and it has a lifetime warranty. ” The Victorinox spatula also has a short, sturdy wooden handle that gives me control and precision when I’m cooking. Other spatulas I’ve used have long, unwieldy handles that make me feel like I’m losing an egg-and-spoon race instead of searing a piece of salmon for dinner. For under $20, this spatula is attractive and feels great in the hand. The elegant curves and tines of the blade remind me of a harp or the rungs of a [Noguchi Akari light sculpture](. And even though the wooden handle isn’t dishwasher-safe, it won’t melt like spatulas with synthetic handles can if they get too close to high heat. To store it, you can hang the spatula on a hook, prop it in a utensil crock, or stash it neatly in a drawer. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. [Learn More ›]( How it compares After conducting 40 hours of testing, research, and expert interviews, we chose the [Victorinox Chef's Slotted Fish Turner]( as the best all-purpose spatula. We tested it against six other [all-purpose spatulas in our guide]( and it was unmatched for its versatility. Here are some highlights: - It’s been a pick since 2016. - In our tests, the Victorinox cleanly flipped flour-dusted tilapia fillets in an All-Clad stainless steel skillet ([our pick for the best skillet]( without marring any of the browned crust. - This spatula is durable enough to last a lifetime—and it has a never-ending warranty to back it up. If you encounter problems with the spatula during normal use, you can contact Victorinox for a replacement. Read more in our guide to [the best spatulas](. When to buy We haven’t seen a deal on this spatula in nearly three years, so it’s worth picking up if you see any kind of discount on it. The numbers $21 Average street price $16 Best price we've seen
 Make it last The wooden handle on the Victorinox isn’t dishwasher-safe, so you’ll need to hand-wash it. After being hand-washed with soap and water, wood turners and spatulas with wooden handles can crack from excess moisture. To avoid this, Emma Christensen from The Kitchn suggests using a soft cloth to rub in food-safe mineral oil about once a month. Don’t be tempted to use olive oil on your wooden utensils because it can go rancid and possibly transfer off-flavors to your food. We also don’t recommend using the Victorinox on nonstick pans because the metal blade can scratch the pan. To prevent damage to a spatula, regardless of material, avoid placing it too close to your heat source or on a screaming-hot pan. [View email in browser]( You are receiving this email because you signed up for Wirecutter’s Newsletter. Getting too many emails from us? [Unsubscribe here](. 
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