Microplane Gourmet Fine Grater

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It is dishwasher safe, but repeated exposure to dishwasher chemicals may dull the blades and shorten the lifespan of the product—so we strongly recommend hand washing. Depending on the effect a chef is looking for, there are a range of sizes and styles, from fine to coarse microplane graters. Use it to finely grate citrus zest, chilies, cinnamon, coconut, ginger, garlic, onions and hard cheeses into a fine powder or paste. A Microplane has small, sharp notches that result in finely grated results; they are commonly used for zesting citrus or getting fluffy flecks of hard cheeses, like Parmesan. Loved by cooks worldwide and instantly recognised by any Microplane fan, the long rasp-style blade has hundreds of tiny, razor-sharp etched blades that grate precisely without shredding or tearing, ensuring that the full flavour and aroma of your ingredients are released.

It had teeth that wrapped around the edges of the rasp, allowing you to grate and zest small or hard-to-reach spots. While most manufactures rely on clumsy metal stamping to produce inefficient cutting edges, Microplane creates precise razor-sharp teeth utilizing their patented chemical etching process. Initially thought of after a home cook struggled to properly zest an orange with the dull, kitchenware tool, she turned to a woodworking Microplane tool for her orange zest.Any advantage in the kitchen can make any dish turn out better and more enjoyable, while letting the chef focus on more important tasks. Plus, longer graters aren't particularly useful anyways, as when you're zesting or grating you’re only really using a three- to four-inch area and processing food back and forth in short runs. Usability and Cleanup: After each test we noted hand fatigue, how easy the rasp-style graters were to grip and hold onto, and how simple it was to remove zested or grated food from the undersides of the graters. Microplane Premium Classic Series - The high-performance Microplane Premium Classic Series Graters are derived from the original classic series, and are enhanced with new ergonomic soft-touch handles and anti-scratch non-slip rubber ends. Though it lacks a handle, it has a large grating plane that balances nicely on a bowl and low-profile walls, making it easy to clean.

Founded in Canada in 1994, Microplane designs and supplies some of the sharpest culinary tools on the market. If you're zesting the grater holding it upside down, you want the underside to have tall enough sides or walls to catch the zest, but not so tall that it’s awkward or tough to retrieve food. Microplane four Sided Box Grater - Sleek and efficient, this all-in-one box grater lives up to the Microplanes name. Cuisipro Surface Glide Technology Deluxe Dual Grater: While this model grated cheese and citrus easily, its lack of a dedicated handle made it difficult to hold.Mixologist Consultant Julia Momose Head bartender- Michelin Star Green River restaurant "Microplane's Ultimate Bar Tool is like the Swiss Army Knife of cocktail gadgets for the at home cocktail maker.