What Advantages of Silicone Kitchen Utensils Have?

    The 2000s has seen the introduction of numerous silicone kitchen utensils, often sold in attractive bright colors. Cooks used to traditional wood, rubber, plastic, or metal utensils may wonder what advantages lie in products made with silicone. Actually there are numerous advantages, especially as replacement for either rubber spatulas, or metal turners.

    Silicone kitchen utensils have the extreme advantage of being able to be used at high heats. Many can withstand up to 400 F. (204.44 C) or higher. Where you’d ordinarily have to remove a rubber spatula or stirring implement if you were making something like candy, you will not melt silicone utensils if you leave them in the pot or pan for a second while you turn your attention elsewhere. Metal can also withstand high temperatures, but certain metals may corrode when exposed to certain acids. For this reason alone, silicone is generally a better choice.

    Furthermore, a silicone utensil that accidentally falls to the bottom of the dishwasher during a wash cycle isn’t likely to melt as plastic handles or rubber implements might. It’s more durable than wood, in most cases, and can withstand frequent dishwashing in a dishwasher. Wooden spoons, or even wooden handled utensils may need to be hand washed to avoid gradual deterioration of the wood.