The majority of rasp-style graters are designed completely straight, but a few were bent, for “ergonomic” reasons. 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. The Premium Classic Series Zester zested and grated with ease and was a cinch to use (thanks to its soft-grip handle that was comfortable to hold and helped to minimize hand fatigue). And we preferred graters that were about 12 inches long in total—anything more than that and the grater felt awkward and unbalanced to use. The tiny razor-like cutting edges slice instead of tearing or shredding, conserving the aroma and adding more flavour.

These tools aren’t just for professionals either, many savvy home chefs find themselves turning to Microplane when they need a reliable and sharp tool for their food prep. There is no bar or kitchen that is complete without the handleless grater/zester; its simple one-piece design is easily maintained, and perfect for use with citrus, cheese, truffles, and more. This grater preserves the aromas and flavours of various ingredients while processing them very finely. It is dishwasher safe, but repeated exposure to dishwasher chemicals may dull the blades and shorten the lifespan of the product.They are a must-have tool for any pro or home cook and I can't imagine going into service without our Microplanes. Chef Carmen Quagliata Chef- Union Square Cafe in NYC "We have multiple different Microplanes in the Union Square Cafe kitchen, and all play an important role in the success of the dish we use them for.

Freshly Ground Spices Test: We grated two grams of nutmeg to see how coarse the resulting grated nutmeg was. We've also used our winners longterm and will continue to update this review with insights as they arise.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. 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. Just about every time I cook at home, I reach for a Microplane tool for everything from grating ginger for a soba noodle salad to shredding a tomato for a Greek stifado. But a bent zester, which is more comfortably held right-side up, forces you to hold the tool in an awkward position upside-down. Every tool I own from them performs with precision, allowing me to produce flawless zests and shavings.

This space-saving Microplane Elite Box Grater has five unique long-lasting, ultra-sharp, stainless steel blades (Fine, Coarse, Ultra Coarse, Ribbon, Large Shaver), a removable tray to catch grated ingredients and non-slip rubber feet for comfort and stability. The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products. The blades are made from stainless steel, the frames have been strengthened and the soft-grip handles are now more stable, durable and comfortable.The discovery that the wood working tool effortlessly produced the lightest, most wonderful orange zest one would have ever imagined laid the foundation for the success of Microplane kitchen Graters and not only earned them a permanent space in the kitchen, but made them a 'must have' kitchen grater. To find out, we tested 12 of the most popular models (including several Microplanes), using them to zest citrus, grate garlic and cheese, and more. Many professional chefs, restauranteurs and cooking enthusiasts all over the world use the revolutionary Microplane graters to tame their kitchen work, and are stunned by its sharpness! Made from start to finish from the highest quality stainless steel in their own dedicated factories, Microplane graters have non-slip bases, protective covers for safe storage, and ergonomic soft-grip handles to give you a really secure hold. Any advantage in the kitchen can make any dish turn out better and more enjoyable, while letting the chef focus on more important tasks.