What is the minimum amount of liquid for this fat separator to work? In other words, fat needs to be above the spout, where is the spout on?
1272668
I would say 1 cup , but it separates all the way down to the last little bit since the spout sits so low.
1272669
What Ed Clearwater said-the hole is at very bottom of the device. And the entire hole goes about to the 1 cup mark on the 4 cup device.
1272670
The spout is at the very bottom so the fat floating at the top of the liquid does not go through it unless you pour the gravy out to the point that the oil level is near the bottom of this container. It works extremely well.
1272671
The top of the spout is at the 1 cup level. I suspect this is the minimum amount of fluid required for this separator to work.
1449146
Doug - not sure I understand your question..but: The lip of the bowl stands 6 ¼" above the countertop. You need a separate faucet mounted either behind or to the side of the bowl with the spigot extending over the bowl. This faucet spigot needs to be 8-9" above the countertop (i.e., about 2" above the lip of the bowl) to work properly. Don't get one too high or it will splash too much in the bowl and get in the way when in use. Hope this helps.
637041
You take the red stopper off when you pour. The red stopper cleans the fat out of the spout in case some got in there. It has never happened to me, the separator works wonderful.
2211170
It does not run out of the top it runs through the spout as it is designed to do of course you don't fill it up 100% perhaps more like 60% or so. That works great!
1553863
I found putting in about a quarter cup of water in the larger piece is good. I suggest you do the following over the sink: put a quarter cup of water in the bottom and then put the top down in it. If water doesn't overflow, it's OK. Then add a little more water and see if it overflows or not. Through trial and error you will find the right amount! Also, your butter will be very creamy and easy to spread instead of oily. TIP: remember to empty out the water at least weekly, especially during the hot months of the year!
1815586
It says there is a .5L minimum, however, after I read your question I tried it. I put exactly 1 cup of water in it, it was slightly below the minimum line, and it boiled the single cup for me.
2104866
Just be sure that you have used plenty of water so that you have good steam.I have used various grades of milk and found that the lower fat content seems to be better. Also be sure that you insert the steam knozzle deep into the milk and not just on top and use lots of steam and you will have good thick froth. Good Luck
353581
I'm sorry, but we have never used it. We have goat's milk & it has little cream. I just don't want to have to clean up the separator for such a small amount
1192852
I buy a 5 gallon container and use about 3/4 between both sides. That brings it about 4-5 inches from the top. I do that so it doesn't overflow and cause a fire when I put whatever I'm frying into the hot oil. I still use mine and an loving it. I have fried up to 50lbs of fish and fries at one time.
1669987
If you pour gently you are able to get a thin stream of oil. There is a tiny lip on the edge of the spout that helps with control.
63995
Any amount, no matter how small - but it won't drain off the from the bottom so it's really no better than a measuring cup with a filter on top - it's not really a separator at all.
1893528
I believe it's over a gallon. Also .just make sure the spout is on correctly or it will leak, from experience
1987372
Just bought it so not much experience, but it could be a result of the type of milk you use? I used 1% with no spills. Perhaps a thicker milk like 2% may thick up more (and spill over more) than others? Try experimenting and post back. good luck!
1723897
I would take this as an exception to the rule. You're not adding much oil if it's just a teaspoon. You don't want much foaming or it could plug up the vent with food particles. Remember that you will sometimes be cooking meats that have some fat that will render into oil, so it's not like a little oil will damage the cooker. I agree that the wording could have been written better.
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I love this fat separator! I got on the recommendation of America Test Kitchen. So easy to separate the fat so fast. Then put in top rated rack of dishwasher. Didn't have any problem with fat clinging. Never thought I would rave about a fat separator but I love it.
983621
Yes-- it works very well. Some fat will go into the spout which you'll want to pour off, the rest will float to the top in the container. What works best is to chill it and spoon out the fat but if you want to eat immediately, pour out the soup and keep the fat in the gravy separator.
63955
As you can see from the photo, the stopper is tapered with fins. Because it is tapered it will fit into a variety of bottles. I buy olive oil from Trader Joes and the stopper usually fits in - not necessarily all the way down but it doesn't leak. Should I buy a bottle with a an oversized or undersized neck I would just pour it into a bottle that fits the stopper. I'm very happy with this stopper and decanting oil into a bottle that works is a minor irritation. No drips on the outside of the bottle!!!!