Zester grater PREMIUM CLASSIC, Microplane

Product detailed description

The fine Zester citrus peel grater from the Premium Classic series of the American brand Microplane® is specially designed for grating the outer part of the peel of citrus fruits. The English term 'zest' refers to the topmost coloured layer of the citrus peel, which contains fragrant essential oils. The peel of lemons, oranges, limes and other citrus fruits is widely used in the kitchen to flavour a variety of dishes, from sweet desserts to dressings and sauces to pasta and roasted meats, but also to decorate them, both fresh and candied.

• Fine zester grater specially designed for grating citrus peel
• Max. sharp grating area of 20.3 x 2.5 cm
• Slim, iconic wood rasp design
• It can also grate hard cheese, ginger, chocolate, nutmeg or truffles
• Efficient and precise grating without unnecessary effort and pressure
• Ergonomically shaped soft grip handle made of high-quality plastic is comfortable and safe to hold
• Protective rubber end of the grating section prevents scratching of the work surface
• Permanently sharp functional part made of high quality stainless steel manufactured in USA
• Can be hung by the hole in the handle
• Easy cleaning with sponge/brush under running water
• Dishwasher safe
• Includes protective cover for safe storage in a drawer

Note: Due to the really high sharpness of the graters, we recommend using Microplane® gloves or finger protectors for your safety!

Citrus peel - tips:

• For citrus peel, choose citrus fruits that have not been chemically treated
• Wash the fruit thoroughly under cold running water
• Lightly scrub off any grease and dirt with your fingers
• Dry thoroughly
• Place the zester grinder diagonally on the work surface and gently grate the surface citrus peel
• Be careful not to hit the bitter white layer of the skin, which is just below the rind
• Gradually turn the fruit until you get the desired amount of peel
• You can also hold the grater in the air and grate e.g. directly into the bowl with sweet cream
• Use the fine shavings for cooking preferably immediately, while the bark is fresh and aromatic
• Use the fruit without the peel to obtain a delicious juice
• Clean the grater with a sponge under running water

The Premium Classic range was at the beginning of the Microplane® brand story in the culinary sector. A Canadian housewife desperate for a broken grater while making an orange pie borrowed her husband's workshop rasp and was delighted to discover how easily and quickly it worked. The woodworking tool has thus become a very efficient grater, now highly valued even by professional chefs. The long and narrow design of the rasp, left in its original form, has become an iconically recognizable design of the Microplane® brand. From the workshop straight to the kitchen.