Commonly sold sizes of kitchen cooking spoons and spatulas

Here are the commonly sold sizes of kitchen cooking spoons and spatulas used for stir-frying:

1. Wok Spatula

• Size: Length typically ranges from 30 cm to 35 cm (12 to 14 inches).
• Features: A long handle to control the ingredients in the wok and prevent hot oil splashes. The spatula head is usually wide to effectively stir and flip large quantities of ingredients.

2. Wok Ladle

• Size: Length typically ranges from 30 cm to 35 cm (12 to 14 inches), with a deep bowl.
• Features: The deep bowl design is ideal for scooping liquids, sauces, or broths during stir-frying. It's especially useful for dishes that require a lot of liquid.

3. Skimmer or Strainer Spoon

• Size: The diameter usually ranges from 6 cm to 10 cm (2.5 to 4 inches), with an overall length of 30 cm to 35 cm (12 to 14 inches).
• Features: The perforated design allows you to scoop up fried food or remove food from liquids like oil or broth.

4. Flat Spatula

• Size: Length typically ranges from 28 cm to 35 cm (11 to 14 inches), with a width of 6 cm to 10 cm (2.5 to 4 inches).
• Features: Designed with either a short or long handle, this spatula is perfect for flipping and stirring ingredients, especially for vegetables or meats that need to be stir-fried.

5. Slotted Spoon

• Size: Length typically ranges from 30 cm to 35 cm (12 to 14 inches), with a spoon width ranging from 7 cm to 10 cm (2.75 to 4 inches).
• Features: Similar to a skimmer, but primarily used for stirring and scooping food, ideal for dishes that don’t require much oil.

6. Soup Ladle

• Size: Typically 30 cm to 35 cm (12 to 14 inches) long, with a scoop diameter of 8 cm to 10 cm (3 to 4 inches).
• Features: Commonly used for stirring and serving stews, soups, or broths.

7. Small Spatula

• Size: Length typically ranges from 20 cm to 25 cm (8 to 10 inches), with a spatula width of 4 cm to 6 cm (1.5 to 2.5 inches).
• Features: Ideal for small pans or stir-frying small amounts of ingredients. It allows precise control, especially for quick stir-fries or single-serving dishes.

8. Wooden Spatula or Spoon

• Size: Length typically ranges from 30 cm to 35 cm (12 to 14 inches), with a width of 6 cm to 8 cm (2.5 to 3.5 inches).
• Features: Wooden utensils are perfect for stir-frying as they won't scratch the bottom of non-stick pans and are heat-resistant, making them ideal for high-temperature cooking.

9. Seasoning Spoon

• Size: Length typically ranges from 20 cm to 25 cm (8 to 10 inches), with a width of 4 cm to 6 cm (1.5 to 2.5 inches).
• Features: Used to add seasonings during cooking, with a flat scoop design to control the distribution of ingredients and ensure even seasoning.

These sizes are the most common and popular ones, each serving different functions in the kitchen. The choice of size depends on the type of dish being cooked and the specific cooking needs.