The rasp-like tool features a peeler on the side to quickly remove the peel of knobby, fresh ginger root. The rasp-like tool features a knob on the side to quickly remove the peel of knobby, fresh ginger root. And one tablespoon of ginger puree has a lot more ginger in it than one tablespoon of fluffy grated ginger bits. You may notice when using a microplane to grate ginger that the lopsided ginger root is hard to manage with one hand, and the fibers end up clogging the holes. The non-slip rubber foot and handle ensures stability and safety while its sleek design is an absolute eye-catcher.

With such a range of styles, it was no surprise that the tools produced purees with different textures—some were coarser or more fibrous, some finer, and one made flat shavings of ginger instead of puree. A razor-sharp, angled slicing blade towards the bottom of the tool thinly slices ginger with ease and precision, retaining all of the root vegetable’s natural oils and aromas for optimum and full flavour. The only flaw I could find was with the small plastic protrusion that’s intended for peeling the root. In addition, ginger is very spicy in taste and depending on the dosage, used as a natural flavor enhancer. The ergonomic handle combined with the strength of the blade makes this tool a fantastic choice for professional and domestic chefs.When used with harder ingredients, a fine grater produces powder-like results that pack an intense flavor. We all know and love the classic Microplane grater and zester, which, other than zesting citrus, is good for odd jobs like turning a block of hard cheese into a fluffy pile, dusting cinnamon on a hot drink, or even trimming a frozen cake into the shape of a doughnut. You could find a place for this tool in any drawer—or, since it has a small hole at the end, any hook—in your kitchen. Instead of pulling out the mandoline, or a knife, you can easily slice baby carrots, green onions, and other items over a salad as a garnish. I love that this grater is a multi-tasker that’s just as efficient at removing citrus zest and finely grating hard cheeses and garlic cloves.

Right now I am eying the microplane rasp premium, but we do already have a regular grater at home and I don't cook that often. Made in USA, the tiny teeth behave like sharp knives, cutting ingredients with precision rather than tearing them. Our two favorites were the fastest, producing 1 tablespoon of puree in just 15 seconds; both had etched holes. The soft touch handle of the Microplane Ginger 3-in-1 Tool provides comfort and control and when not in use the tool has a protective cover included.CONVENIENT USE - Non- slip handle for comfort and stability to grate or slice without applying much pressure on the food. To remove "stuck on food", first soak the tool in warm water and then use a soft bristle brush to remove pieces.

The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products. It’s true that ceramic graters are fantastic at turning fibrous roots like ginger and wasabi into a puree. Unlike the rectangular teeth of the rasp-style zester, the ginger tool has triangular teeth that enables it to shave through the fibrous stem of ginger root more cleanly. The hard part about prepping ginger is that it can be stringy, causing the natural juices to separate from the fiber.

Epicurious may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. I was able to easily grate 1 inch of ginger in 50 seconds, and since the grater was new and sharp, I didn’t have to push too hard. Admittedly the Kyocera ceramic ginger grater is definitely a step up from my decades-old Asian market find that’s currently gathering dust. I couldn’t help but wonder if it was a marketing ploy or if it really was better than my usual zester. ENHANCE THE AROMA - Using the Ginger Tool 3in1 guarantees the ginger to be cut precisely and allows the aroma to unfold and the flavor is enhanced!

With the side scraper on the side peel the ginger quickly and easily without needing a spoon or knife. These level tools are great for quickly yielding a good amount of ginger, while also being able to easily separate the liquid from the solid. The nubs quickly became clogged with fibers too, and tore up my dish sponge when I tried to clean between them. The tool often comes as a rounded ceramic dish with dull teeth in the center or as a flat, stainless-steel device with a handle. The grater is also dishwasher safe, a bonus for busy kitchens where usage of this product would be high.A ginger grater is a tool designed for optimally mincing ginger, and it is made for getting the most out of the irregularly-shaped root.