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A chinois is a conical [[sieve]] with an extremely fine mesh. It is used to strain [[custard]], [[purée|purées]], [[soups]], and [[sauces]], producing a very smooth texture. It can also be used to dust [[pastry]] with a fine layer of [[icing sugar]].<br />
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A related but far less expensive utensil, is the China cap, a reference to the conical straw hats common in China. It is a conical strainer of perforated metal with much larger holes than a chinois. It is used to remove [[seeds]] and other coarse matter from liquids and soft foods, but does not produce a very smooth texture.<br />
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==See also==<br />
* [[Sieve]]<br />
* [[Gravy strainer]]<br />
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