Stalgast 500 mm Three-Prong Turning Fork for Professional Kitchens

A three-prong turning fork holds and turns large cuts of meat, poultry and roasts without piercing them deeply or letting them slip. The three sharp prongs bite into the surface just enough to keep the food steady while the cook lifts, rotates or carves it. This method gives control over hot, heavy or awkwardly shaped items that would otherwise slide on a flat blade or a two-prong fork. The length of the handle keeps the operator's hand clear of the heat and the cooking surface, so the fork can be used on grills, hobs and open flames without risk of burns or damage to the utensil.

To use the fork, the operator aligns the prongs with the grain of the meat or the natural seams of the poultry. A gentle downward pressure sets the prongs into the surface; the food can then be lifted, turned or held in place while a knife works alongside. The 500 mm handle gives enough reach to work over large roasting trays, rotisseries or commercial grills without crowding the hands or the workspace.

The fork is forged from a single piece of stainless steel, so there are no joints or welds that could trap food or weaken under repeated use. Stainless steel resists corrosion from meat juices, cleaning chemicals and high temperatures, and it can be sterilised in a commercial dishwasher without losing its edge or its finish. The handle is shaped to fit the hand comfortably, reducing fatigue during long service.

The 500 mm length allows the fork to reach across wide cooking surfaces and to handle large joints of meat without the operator having to lean over hot equipment. The size also means the fork can be stored in a standard utensil drawer or hung on a wall rack without protruding into the worktop area.

Cleaning is straightforward: the single-piece construction has no crevices where food can lodge, so a wash in hot soapy water or a cycle in a commercial dishwasher removes all residues. After washing, the fork should be dried thoroughly to prevent water spots and to maintain its appearance.

This fork is listed in the Stalgast catalogue under kitchen utensils for meat and poultry handling.