The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word BROCHETTE
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The straight part
We know that "bit of kitchen metalware" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case bit of kitchen metalware = brochette.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does BROCHETTE mean?
BROCHETTE noun- Small skewer or spit on which small pieces of meat, fish or vegetables are roasted or broiled
- Food cooked on such a device