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Keto Essentials – Top 10 kitchen utensils

I’ve spent years perfecting my keto-friendly kitchen, trying all manner of gadgets and utensils. Some of these have become irreplaceable, while others have been quickly recycled! This article lists my top 10 favourite kitchen utensils that I use almost every day on keto.

Why 10? Well, I could do a complete list but no one wants to see a complete inventory of my kitchen. Instead, I’ve narrowed down the list to the kitchen utensils I couldn’t do without and that have been pivotal in aiding my keto journey.

Related – this article is part of our keto essential series. Check out the others for more keto tips & tricks.

Note – I use the term kitchen utensil loosely to cover a range of small handheld tools and products that aid in the preparation and cooking of any food. I’m not including bakeware, cookware, knives and electrical gadgets/appliances.

So without further ado, let’s take a look at my favourite utensils (in no particular order).

1 – Measuring spoons & cups

If you’ve ever read a recipe from America, it probably lists the ingredient serving sizes in cups and spoons. It’s not the most precise method compared to using a set of kitchen scales but it is so widespread that you need to have a good set.

Your main choice when deciding on what to buy is if you want them made of metal or plastic/silicone. I’ve owned both and much prefer metal as it doesn’t discolour and is much more robust (plus I think it looks better!). However, silicone is normally cheaper and is more readily available.

You can either buy everything separately or all together as a set. The benefit of the latter is that everytihng will likely be matching.

Spoons

Tala Measuring Spoons, Stainless Steel

Tala Measuring Spoons, Stainless Steel

Available at: Amazon

Material: Stainless Steel

KitchenCraft Colourworks 5 Piece

KitchenCraft Colourworks 5 Piece Measuring Spoon Set

Available at: Amazon

Material: Plastic

MasterClass Rectangular Spoons

MasterClass Rectangular Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons (Set of 6)

Available at: Amazon

Material: Stainless Steel

Cups

Ipow Thicker Handle Steel Cups

Ipow Thicker Handle Stainless Steel Set of 5 Kitchen Cooking Baking Measuring Cups Measuring Spoon with Silicone Handle

Available at: Amazon

Material: Stainless Steel

KitchenCraft Nesting Magnetic Cups

KitchenCraft Nesting Magnetic Set of 4 Measuring Cups - Black

Available at: Amazon

Material: Plastic

Lacor 67007 Measuring Cups

Lacor-67007-MEASURING CUP 4 PCS. SET S/S. 18%Cr.

Available at: Amazon

Material: Stainless Steel

Sets

KitchenCraft Plastic Measuring Cups and Spoons

KitchenCraft Plastic Measuring Cups and Spoons (Set of 10)

Available at: Amazon

Material: Plastic

TOMORAL Measuring Cups and Spoons Set of 13

TOMORAL Measuring Cups and Spoons Set of 13, Durable 304 Stainless Steel 5 Measuring Cups and 5 Measuring Spoons with 2 O Rings and Magnetic Measurement Conversion Chart

Available at: Amazon

Material: Stainless Steel

U-Taste Measuring Cups and Spoons Set of 15

U-Taste Measuring Cups and Spoons Set of 15 in 18/8 Stainless Steel, 7 Measuring Cups and 7 Measuring Spoons with 2 D-Rings and 1 Professional Magnetic Measurement Conversion Chart

Available at: Amazon

Material: Stainless Steel

2 – Silicone spatulas

Spatulas are probably my most commonly used kitchen utensil. They are perfect for getting every last drop of food out of a container and are easy to wash. I find that silicone ones are the best as they have a bit of give to them that is perfect for mixing and scraping.

You’ll want a set of spatulas of differing sizes and shapes so that you have the right tool for the job. In addition, look for ones that have a uni-body design (i.e. made of one piece of silicone), that way no food pieces can get trapped in the joins & seals.

Silicone Spatula Set – 6 Piece

Silicone Spatula Set - 6 Piece Non-Stick Rubber Spatula Set with Stainless Steel Core - Heat-Resistant Spatula Kitchen Utensils Set for Cooking, Baking and Mixing (Gray)

Available at: Amazon

Note: Other colours are available (red, blue)

FUKTSYSM Silicone Spatula – 6 Pcs

FUKTSYSM Silicone Spatula - New 6 Pcs Silicone Spatula 446°F Heat Resistant Seamless Rubber Spatulas with Stainless Steel Core Kitchen Utensils Non Stick for Cooking, Baking and Mixing

Available at: Amazon

Vicloon Silicone Utensils, Set of 6

Vicloon Silicone Utensils, Set of 6 Silicone Cooking Set Including Brush, Spoon, Spatula, Non-Stick and Heat Resistant, Silicone Spatula for Cooking & Baking, Fit Dishwasher (RED)

Available at: Amazon

3 – Cooking Tongs

Want the easiest way to grab, move, rotate and turn food with precision? Then look no further than a good set of cooking tongs. They make cooking so much easier and a good pair can last years.

There a couple of design choices you need to be aware of when choosing kitchen tongs:

  • Head Shape – Flat edge or shell shape. Shell shape allows for easier grabbing, especially larger foods. Whereas, a flat edge can double as a spatula allowing for scraping and picking up of food that is a bit stuck.
  • Head Material – Silicone or metal. If you have any non-stick kitchenware then always go for silicone as it won’t damage the coating. Bare metal is more suited for BBQ cooking.

Silicone Kitchen Tongs, 2 Pack

Silicone Kitchen Tongs, 2 Pack Stainless Steel Handle Cooking Tongs Heat Resistant BBQ Tongs - Smart Locking Clips - Handy Utensils Set for Barbecue, Grill, Salad, Serving, Buffet, Oven - 9+12 Inch

Available at: Amazon

Head: Shell

iNeibo Kitchen Premium Silicone Tongs

iNeibo Kitchen Premium Silicone Tongs - Pack of 2, 9"and 12" - Non-slip & Easy Grip Stainless Steel Handle - Smart Locking Clip - Heat Resistant, Food Grade - Handy Utensil For Cooking, Serving, Barbecue, Buffet, Salad, Ice, Oven (Black)

Available at: Amazon

Head: Shell

Brabantia Profile Line Kitchen Tongs

Brabantia Profile Line Kitchen Tongs - Stainless Steel

Available at: Amazon

Head: Straight

4 – Whisks

Every kitchen should have at least one whisk, ideally a few in different sizes and formats. Of course, you could go the electric route (and you should, in addition) but there is still a need for the good old fashioned manual ones. From mixing eggs to baking a cake they are one of the best ways to uniformly combine & mix ingredients.

Tip – it’s good to have at least one large and small whisk. However, may I recommend a mini whisk as well. They are perfect for making drinks like hot chocolate and great for removing small lumps.

Philonext Kochgeschirr Stainless Steel Set of 3

Philonext Kochgeschirr Stainless Steel, Balloon, Eggs, Milk. Kitchen Utensil for Mixing, whisking and Stirring, Set of 3-8 inches + 10 inches + 12 inches

Available at: Amazon

OXO Good Grips Balloon Whisk, 11 inch

OXO Good Grips Balloon Whisk, 11 inch

Available at: Amazon

KitchenCraft Stainless Steel Mini Magic Whisk, 20 cm (8″)

KitchenCraft Stainless Steel Mini Magic Whisk, 20 cm (8")

Available at: Amazon

Tip: Perfect for making hot drinks and removing small lumps.

5 – Turners

A good quality turner is an invaluable utensil in your kitchen. From flipping eggs to carefully lifting cookies from the sheet without breaking them. Turners come in all shapes, sizes and materials and you should pick one that works in your kitchen.

Material – if you own any non-stick kitchenware then always pick a silicone turner as it won’t damage the coating. If you just use pans made of metal, then a metal one may be a better more durable option.

OXO Good Grips Silicone Flexible Turner

 OXO Good Grips Silicone Flexible Turner

Available at: Amazon

Joseph Joseph Elevate Nylon Slotted Turner

Joseph Joseph Elevate Nylon Slotted Turner - Grey/Green

Available at: Amazon

KitchenCraft Professional Stainless Steel Slotted Turner

KitchenCraft Professional Stainless Steel Slotted Turner, 36 cm (14")

Available at: Amazon

6 – Wooden Spoons

No, not the spoons you eat with (well I mean you could try)! These are the ones that you use to stir sauces, stews and anything else with a liquid base.

Wood is great in the kitchen as it has the following properties:

  • Poor heat conductor – unlike metal, when wood is introduced to high temperatures it won’t heat up. Allowing you to stir without getting burnt. It also won’t lose its shape in the same way that plastic might.
  • Durable – Most wood can have strong pressure applied to it without worry of it snapping. Making it great as a utensil for when you need to apply some elbow grease to mix something up.
  • Non-reactive – wood won’t adversely react with ingredients that might alter the taste of the meal. Unlike metal where it can react with some acids in food and leave a metallic taste. The same goes for plastic where small pieces can gradaully break off and make it into your dish.

Tala Wooden Spoon Set

Tala Wooden Spoon Set, Multi-Colour, Regular

Available at: Amazon

Jamie Oliver 3 Piece Acacia Wooden Spoon Set

Jamie Oliver 3 Piece Acacia Wooden Spoon Set, Brown

Available at: Amazon

LACOR Beech Wood Plain Spoon

LACOR Beech Wood Plain Spoon, Light Brown, One Size, 30 x 6 cm

Available at: Amazon

7 – Graters

From grating cheese to chocolate having one on hand is a must have. You could argue that you can now just buy most cheese pre-grated. However, be careful with that, as potato starch is normally added to keep the cheese separated. The added starch will increase the total carb count but not by much. Just something to be wary of.

Tip – it’s useful to have a handheld grater for smaller items like garlic & lemon zest and a larger one for cheese and vegetables. Some graters also come with an attached box storage which can make cleanup so much easier.

iNeibo Kitchen Cheese Grater & Lemon Zester

iNeibo Kitchen Cheese Grater & Lemon Zester - Sharp 18/8 Stainless Steel Blade - Ergonomic TPR Handle - Easy To Grate Or Zest Lemon, Orange, Citrus, Cheese, Chocolate, Nuts, Gingers, Garlic

Available at: Amazon

KitchenCraft Stainless Steel Box Grater

KitchenCraft Stainless Steel Multi-Purpose Box Grater, 15 cm (6")

Available at: Amazon

OXO Good Grips Box Grater

OXO Good Grips Box Grater

Available at: Amazon

8 – Rolling pin

A rolling pin is required if you’re planning on making keto fathead pizza or any other dish that requires a flat base like biscuits and cookies.

Rolling pins come in a variety of materials such as wood, glass, metal and plastic. I recommend you stick with wood as it’s durable, easy to clean and relatively cheap.

KitchenBasix Rolling Pin Classic Wood

KitchenBasix Rolling Pin Classic Wood Ideal Baking Needs Professional Dough Roller Used Bakers & Cooks Pasta Cookie Dough Pastry Bakery Pizza Fondant Chapati 16.5 Inches 2.2 Inches

Available at: Amazon

Recommended best all-rounder

H & L Russel Ltd Solid Rolling Pin

H & L Russel Ltd Solid Rolling Pin, FSC Beech Wood, 40 Centimetres

Available at: Amazon

Note – simple, no moving parts, just a solid piece of beech wood

Joseph Joseph Adjustable Rolling Pin

Joseph Joseph Adjustable Rolling Pin - Multi-Colour

Available at: Amazon

Note – can be adjusted to particular thicknesses

9 – Kitchen Scissors

Probably the least ‘utensilly’ item on this list but they get so much use that it would be a crime not to mention them. A good set of kitchen scissors can be used to chop up anything from parchment paper to chicken wings. I’ve even started favouring them more than a knife for chopping up some meat.

Victorinox Black Handled Kitchen Scissors

Victorinox Black Handled Kitchen Scissors

Available at: Amazon

Fiskars Kitchen Scissors

Fiskars Kitchen Scissors, Total Length: 18 cm, Quality Steel/Synthetic Material, Classic, 1000819, Standard

Available at: Amazon

TURATA Heavy Duty Kitchen Shears

2019 Latest Kitchen Scissors - TURATA Heavy Duty Kitchen Shears for Food, Stainless Steel Multi-Purpose Utility Scissors with Cover for Meat, Poultry, Chicken, Fish, Herbs, Bones, Dishwasher Safe

Available at: Amazon

10 – Strainer / Skimmer

Deep frying is one of the most popular cooking methods in restaurants and takeaways but is often associated with unhealthy food. While that is true for most carb-laden dishes like chips and battered fish. On keto, you can still enjoy deep frying at home, from fried bacon to cauliflower, it really does provide some extra flavour & texture!

Personally, I own a small deep fryer (this one) and also sometimes use a wok to fry with. One of the best investments I made was to pick up a skimmer. This utensil allows you to pick up the finished food and drain away any excess oil from it, all in one fell swoop! It can even be used to remove unwanted food pieces from the oil. Keeping it cleaner and usable for longer.

Cymax Spider Strainer Skimmer, Set of 3

Upgrade Cymax Spider Strainer Skimmer, Set of 3 Strainer Ladle Stainless Steel Wire Skimmer Spoon with Handle for Kitchen Frying Food, Pasta, Spaghetti, Noodle

Available at: Amazon

Chef Aid Large Skimmer

Chef Aid Large Skimmer

Available at: Amazon

AIEVE 2 Pack Stainless Steel Deep Fat Fryer Skimmer

Filter Spoon,AIEVE 2 Pack Stainless Steel Deep Fat Fryer Skimmer Spoon,Oil Filter Skimmer Strainer Colander Spoon Mesh Oil Filter Ladle Kitchen Tools for Oil Crumbs Filter,Hot Pot,Skims Fat Scums

Available at: Amazon

Note – finer mesh allowing better filtration of oils

Summary

So that’s our top 10 essential utensils that we think should be part of any keto kitchen. There are so many more we could add but these are the ones we use most often.

Did we miss any that you use alot? Let us know!

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