Cuisipro 746850 5-in-1 Tower Grater

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In testing, we liked that we had a choice of cutting or grating with the inserts in the holder, or holding them up at a steeper angle, like a mandoline. The smallest grater wasn’t as small as some of the graters we tested, but worked well for both cheese and zesting. The larger grating surface also worked well. The julienne blade made small thin slices that were smaller than a traditional julienne cut, but worked well. The slicer was one of our favorites, slicing both carrots and zucchini with ease.

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The ultra-coarse grating surface is excellent for soft cheeses such as mozzarella and cheddar. The shaver produces shavings of chocolate, parmesan and other hard cheeses, and garlic or ginger. And the ginger grating surface perfectly shred fresh ginger root while leaving unwanted fibres behind. This zester's rubber foot gives it some traction when you brace it against the counter to add a little more muscle to your zesting. Starburst surface - The ideal blade creates a fine mist of powdery Parmesan cheese to cover your favourite foods, from appetizers and soups to pastas and salads.• Compact size is perfect for picnics In testing, this managed to grate parmesan, but it wasn’t as easy as some others. However, it did a fine job with our softer Colby cheese. Slicing carrots wasn’t particularly effective, but it did a fine job slicing zucchini. We wouldn’t use this for zesting citrus unless we had no other options.We grouped our assessments under crucial performance areas, including Grating Ability, Versatility, Ergonomics, Features, and Ease of Cleaning. Below, we dissect each performance metric and highlight standout models for each area. Grating Ability The Cuisipro Grater featuring Surface Glide Technology™ and soft-touch handle for easy grip. Exclusive to Cuisipro, Surface Glide Technology™ grooved grating surface takes etched graters to the next level by creating the perfect balance between ease of grating and maximum efficiency. The science behind this technology is based on the repeated grooved pattern that is spread evenly across the face of the grating surface, creating a larger cutting surface for food and allowing you to grate more with less effort. Comes with Dual-Grating options (Fine/Coarse). The fine feature is perfect for dry or moist ingredients, such as citrus, hard cheese or ginger. Coarse grating feature for cheeses and vegetables including carrots or ginger. Ideal for cheddar and soft cheeses to create small strands. Cuisipro V Graters feature our exclusive Surface Glide Technology and V pattern to reduce resistance and provide better control so grating is effortless and efficient. Exclusive to Cuisipro, Surface Glide Technology grooved grating surface takes etched graters to the next level by creating the perfect balance between ease of grating and maximum efficiency for the ultimate grating experience. The science behind this technology is based on the repeated grooved pattern that is spread evenly across the face of the grating surface creating a larger cutting surface for food, therefore, grating more with less effort. In testing, this did an excellent job with parmesan cheese, and it truly did glide easily. We also liked its performance in making small and large shreds of softer Colby cheese. Using the slicing blade that works like a mandoline, it created thin slices of both carrots and zucchini. However, it only did a fair job when zesting lemon peel. It would be fine for occasional use, but a dedicated zester might be preferred if a lot of zesting is on the menu. The grater also has a rounded, slightly padded handle, so it was comfortable to hold onto during our tests.

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This worked well for both our hard and soft cheeses, and we liked that we could choose large or small shreds as well as ribbon cuts. This also did a good job zesting. This has two options for slicing, for either straight or wavy cuts. Both worked well for zucchini but not as well for carrots.Although the Cuisipro is among the most expensive options on this list, it also boasts the best design. First of all, it’s what’s called an etched grater (as opposed to a stamped one). Though etched are pricier, they result in sharper, more precise tools. Plus, the Cuisipro graters exclusively have what’s called Surface Glide Technology, which reduces friction and increases the surface area of each blade, meaning each stroke results in more grated cheese, veggies, or whatever else you happen to be working with.