It's the little things in life that make us happy. A few months back I purchased a small Microplane and it's quickly become one of my favorite cooking tools in my kitchen. This particular Microplane was $11.99 at a cooking equipment store and it's been worth every penny.A microplane has small metal grates that are perfect for zesting citrus fruits, grating hard spices like nutmeg, and grating cheese. I have to say the most common use I've found for my mircoplane is grating garlic. The microplane makes short work out of a clove of garlic and grates it finer than I could ever achieve with a knife. It makes the garlic the perfect consistency for adding to sauces and marinades and really allows the garlic flavor to get into your dish. Microplanes come in different shapes sizes but the most important thing to look for are the very fine grates on the grater. Click on either of the images I've provided to get a better look at the microplane to see what I mean. Whether you're an avid home cook or just starting out, one of these handy tools should be nearby at all times!
OK! I've been waiting for posts like this! They are such a needed and great compliment to your already successful sharing of food delights! Bravo!
ReplyDeleteDo Not Stop! I'm a gadget person and love to learn about any item that makes my work and life easier.
Appreciate your comment very much! Thank you for that. Glad you enjoy these types of posts.
DeleteI never grated garlic! Will need to try that!
ReplyDeleteIt's much easier than trying to finely chop it with a knife!
DeleteYou must need to be very careful grating garlic so that you don't get your fingertips.
ReplyDeleteThe grater isn't too sharp. Just like a cheese grater really. But of course when dealing with anything sharp, use caution.
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