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Microplane Classic Zester Grater, Black

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Number of Items: 1


Features

  • Ultra Sharp Made in USA blades: Microplane uses photo-etched technology to make ultra sharp grating blades right here in America! BPA free plastic handle.
  • Zest Citrus: The blade is designed with a specific tooth set that takes the flavorful rind directly off the citrus fruit, while leaving behind the bitter white pith. Zest adds flavor to vinaigrettes, stir fries, salads, and baked goods!
  • Grate Cheese: Grate parmesan into fluffy mounds that melt quickly and look beautiful when treating yourself of family to rustic bowls of pasta. Sprinkle fresh parmesan over eggs, salads, or any dish for a burst of flavor.
  • Surgical Grade Stainless Steel: this material stays rust-free and maintains sharpness over time. True stainless steel is magnetic, so this item can be hung on your magnetic knife strip.
  • Dishwasher Safe: The tool is easy to clean, simply rinse immediately after use. Use a kitchen brush on the underside of the blade to clean out tough to reach particles. The zester/grater can also be placed in the dishwasher.

Description

The blade is designed with a specific tooth set that takes the flavorful rind directly off the citrus fruit, while leaving behind the bitter white pith. Zest adds flavor to vinaigrettes, stir fries, salads, and baked goods! Grate Cheese: Grate parmesan into fluffy mounds that melt quickly and look beautiful when treating yourself of family to rustic bowls of pasta. Sprinkle fresh parmesan over eggs, salads, or any dish for a burst of flavor. Surgical Grade Stainless Steel: this material stays rust-free and maintains sharpness over time. True stainless steel is magnetic, so this item can be hung on your magnetic knife strip. Dishwasher Safe: The tool is easy to clean, simply rinse immediately after use. Use a kitchen brush on the underside of the blade to clean out tough to reach particles. The zester/grater can also be placed in the dishwasher. This tool is normally used to grate citrus for perfect lemon, lime, and orange zests or to create pillowy mounds of Parmesan cheese. Microplane Premium Classic Zester Graters A versatile must-have tool for the kitchen! This tool is normally used to grate citrus for perfect lemon, lime, and orange zests or to create pillowy mounds of parmesan cheese. However, it is also a great tool for grating spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, and even chilies into fresh ground powders. If your dish requires fresh grated ginger or garlic, this tool will do that job as well. Customers have let us know that they even use this tool to remove burnt edges from cookies and bread. What will you use it for? What is the difference between Original Classic and Premium Classic? The Premium Classic Zester Grater by Microplane provides a soft touch handle, instead of hard plastic. In addition this line provides a choice of handle colors. You can expect the same grating or zesting experience with either tool. Why is Sharper Better? Food is grated or zested without ripping or tearing which improves the look of the final dish Food is grated or zested without bruising which improves flavor and aroma Less pressure is required while grating - making the task faster and more efficient What makes Microplane so sharp? Microplane Blade Enlarged 50x View larger Do Chef's use Microplane? The Microplane is the standard for sharp, efficient grating and zesting in both home and professional kitchens - just ask any chef if they use a Microplane! Dining out anywhere will usually lead to a Microplane sighting. Photo-etching and surgical grade stainless steel Microplane began using this signature technology in the 1990's. Most tools use stamped or cut metal. Photo-etching creates a much finer point, which means your Microplane digs in and performs better. For fluffy, evenly sized cheese shreds, this is the perfect grater. Its design is based on that of a rasp, the small and efficient woodworking tool. The cutters are especially sharp, which guarantees easy grating. But this also means you'll need to exercise extra caution--no one likes grated knuckles. The large handle allows for a firm grip, and the completely flat grating surface makes it easy to move the cheese across the blades. Carrots, onions, and medium to firm cheeses all worked beautifully with this grater. It's also an excellent choice for larger strips of citrus zest or ginger. --Jill Lightner

Color: Black


Material: Stainless Steel


Brand: Microplane


Style: Classic


Product Dimensions: 12"L x 1.31"W x 1"H


Color: Black


Material: Stainless Steel


Brand: Microplane


Style: Classic


Product Dimensions: 12"L x 1.31"W x 1"H


Item Weight: 0.13 Pounds


Shape: Rectangular


Is Dishwasher Safe: Yes


Manufacturer: Microplane


UPC: 692193988403 692193988410 098399400204 087989675467


Global Trade Identification Number: 04


Item Weight: 2 ounces


Country of Origin: USA


Item model number: 40020


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: November 10, 2003


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Worth every inch of drawer space
Number of Items: 1
I’ve used a bunch of zesters over the years, and this one’s the one I always reach for. It’s sharp, easy to grip, and handles everything from lemon peel to parmesan without slipping or clogging. The blade’s held up really well, and it rinses clean in seconds. Just one of those tools that earns its keep week after week. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2025 by Susan Carr

  • Easy Peasy
Number of Items: 1
Easy to use. I've always wanted one but just never took the time to look at them. I love being able to use it to grate parmesan cheese on an Italian dish or use it as a zester for my lemons. "Grate" job!
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2025 by Linda T

  • Great zester
Number of Items: 1
I bake lots of cakes professionally. I have used lots of zesters. This is a great one.
Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2025 by NELSON HODGES

  • Is this a PERFECT zester?
Number of Items: 1
I picked up the Microplane version of the 4-sided box grater years ago, & I’ve wanted one of these ‘detail-oriented’ versions for a while. Ordered it on impulse filling up a $25 It’s strong, sturdy, & well-made, it’s easy to handle, & it zests perfectly If it has a flaw, it is that I expected slightly more ‘tooth’. Examining the plane of the grater closely, I can see that the teeth are set just shy of (slightly below) that plane. This set makes it a perfect zester, & I’ll bet it’s terrific if you want nutmeg or cinnamon & fluffy Parmesan, but I can’t use this as a grater except for more-or-less special cases I’ve since ordered a top-rated/top-selling German strip-grater like the Microplane, & compared the two vs a thumb-sized piece of ginger (as one has a ‘stand’, I used each handheld). Beginning with the Microplane, I was unable to accumulate any grated ginger; the other grater grated the entire thing rather quickly…so I won’t rely on the Microplane for vegetables, but that’s *my* use-case The Microplane’s perfection is effortless - all the zest, no pith, no skill, right out of the box, first stroke. Practice can only improve results. Did I mention it handles beautifully? It’s well worth keeping ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2025 by Arundel

  • Good grater
Number of Items: 1
Grates nicely, very sharp.
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2025 by Jan

  • Works As Intended, but…
Number of Items: 1
Hand wash this thing. Don’t use the dishwasher for it. The only drawback, which isn’t small, is that water can get into the handle. Make sure to dry with the blade down.
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2025 by Daniel Loughin

  • Easy to use.
Number of Items: 1
Love this grater. Easy to use and very sharp. Does the job.
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2025 by Amazon Customer

  • Best zester I’ve tried so far
Number of Items: 1
Good grip, high quality, just the right size
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2025 by Filipe

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