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Curated pickA sharp fine rasp for fragrant citrus zest, airy Parmesan and freshly grated spices.
The Microplane Classic Zester turns lemon, Parmesan, ginger and spices into fine, fragrant shavings. See who will love it and how to buy it safely.
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Reviewed by XmasGoat Editorial · Updated
This is the rare inexpensive kitchen gift that can change the flavour of dinner that same night. One pass over a lemon releases fragrant oils, while Parmesan falls in soft wisps that melt into pasta instead of sitting on top in heavy shreds.
The verdict
The Microplane 46020 is easy to recommend because it makes familiar ingredients taste fresher without asking the recipient to learn a complicated gadget. It is especially good for someone who cooks pasta, bakes or mixes drinks. Its fine teeth will not replace a coarse grater, and they are genuinely sharp, so the included cover and careful handling are essential rather than optional niceties.
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Its fine rasp is suited to citrus zest, hard cheese, ginger, garlic, chocolate, nutmeg and cinnamon. It makes fine shavings or paste-like aromatics rather than the broad shreds produced by a coarse grater.
Yes. Current specifications for the black Premium Classic 46020 list a reusable protective cover. Confirm it is shown and included when buying from a marketplace seller.
Retailer care information lists the zester as top-rack dishwasher safe. Rinsing it promptly is often easier, and the powered force of a dishwasher is no substitute for careful handling when loading or unloading its sharp blade.
No. This long, narrow tool is a fine rasp designed for zest and delicate shavings. A box grater usually offers larger holes for coarse cheese and vegetables, so the two tools complement rather than fully replace each other.
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