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What is the spikey side of a grater for?
The star-shaped spikes appear simply Medieval. I’m used to shaving zest off citrus fruits with a rasp-style grater, but that is exactly what this side of the box grater is meant for. This side can also be used to grate spices like nutmeg and cinnamon sticks, and Parmesan into fine pebbles.
What can I use instead of a Microplane?
Use a microplane grater. If you don’t have a microplane, no worries! You can use a box grater instead.
What are graters used for in the kitchen?
A grater, also known as a shredder, is a kitchen utensil used to grate foods into fine pieces.
What kind of grater is best?
The best graters in 2021
- Cuisipro Surface Glide Technology 4-Sided Boxed Grater. Best grater overall. Cuisipro Surface Glide Technology 4-Sided Boxed Grater.
- Microplane Premium Classic Zester Grater. Best zester and plane grater. Microplane Premium Classic Zester Grater.
- Oxo Rotary Cheese Grater. Best rotary cheese grater.
What is the difference between a Microplane and a rasp?
The ideal rasp-style grater would make delicate shreds from a range of foods and would grate said foods evenly. The Microplane Classic Zester/Grater ($12.95) has been our longtime favorite, and while it makes perfect shreds, its narrow (1-inch) grating surface often carves into cheese, leaving behind a trench.
Should I buy a microplane?
While it might seem like an unnecessary upgrade for a piece of kitchen equipment with essentially one function, investing in a Microplane is a smart decision for dollar-for-dollar satisfaction. Yes, a Microplane is a grater.
What are graters used for?
A grater, also known as a shredder, is a kitchen utensil used to grate foods into fine pieces. The modern grater was invented by François Boullier in the 1540s, originally to grate cheese.
What can I use instead of a microplane?
How do I choose a grater?
A good tower grater should feel solidly constructed, with rigid sides and a base that won’t easily slide out from under you. If it feels uncomfortable or unwieldy, you won’t want to use it even if it has the best grating surface. A grater with a comfy, innovative handle beats out traditionally shaped tower graters.