| # | Concept | Culture | Statement | Freq. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | strain | Western countries | Straining pasta after cooking to remove excess water is common. | 1 |
| 2 | strain | Western culture | Straining pasta or vegetables before serving is a common practice. | 1 |
| 3 | strain | western culture | Strain pasta or vegetables using a sieve or colander to remove excess water. | 1 |