splatter guard

Stovetop splash barrier

A splatter guard is a mesh screen placed over a pan during cooking to prevent hot oil or grease from spraying onto the stovetop or cook.

The fine mesh allows steam to escape while blocking droplets: Use a splatter guard when frying bacon.

Also called a splatter screen.

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oil · stovetop · mesh · screen · bacon · sizzle · kitchen · hot oil · shield · cover · bubbling · hot · stove · skillet · cast iron · protection · frying pan · drip

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containment/protection function

splatter guardlid

Removable container cover

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G