There are a hundred different ways to skim off the top.

有上百种不同的方法都可以从中取利的。

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The circular movement of the cooking foods also meant that scum or skin formed neatly in the center, making it easier to skim the residue off the top.

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Skim the fat off the top and discard it.

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