ricer

[ rahy-ser ]

noun

1. an implement for ricing potatoes, squash, etc., by pressing them through small holes.

ricer

/ ˈraɪsə /

noun

1. a kitchen utensil with small holes through which cooked potatoes and similar soft foods are pressed to form a coarse mash

Word History and Origins

Origin of ricer¹

An Americanism dating back to 1895–1900; rice + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Using a ricer or a food mill fitted with the medium blade, pass the sweet potatoes into a large bowl.

From The Daily Beast

A simple potato ricer turns a soup into a masterpiece, and reminds us why Julia Child set a generation of cooks on fire.

From The Daily Beast

Peel a ripe pineapple, cut into small pieces and extract juice with fruit press or potato ricer.

From Project Gutenberg

Add an equal amount of freshly cooked hot potato that has been put through a potato ricer or mashed fine.

From Project Gutenberg

Slices of hard-cooked eggs or the yolks of eggs forced through a ricer likewise offer a touch of attractive color.

From Project Gutenberg

Then strain through a ricer or a strainer to remove all the liquid possible, and return the milk to the double boiler.

From Project Gutenberg

Put the hard-cooked egg yolks through a sieve or a ricer and sprinkle them on top of the white sauce.

From Project Gutenberg