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This manual grater coarsely grinds cheese, chocolate, or garlic with ease. Originally designed for shaving wood, the patented 18/8 stainless-steel Microplane blade has razor-sharp teeth that make grating effortless and that won’t clog. The large 5-by-2-1/2-inch grating surface can handle bigger ingredients, such as fresh coconut, and the matching 18/8 stainless-steel frame and satin-finish offer durable support for the blade. The grater has a non-slip rubber grip just above its head to keep it steady on a tabletop during grating. A plastic safety cover is also included to keep fingers safe and to keep the blade from dulling while in storage. This grater is dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning. --Cristina Vaamonde
Product Description
This Professional coarse grater is perfect for grating hard cheeses, chocolate and coconut
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
96 of 98 people found the following review helpful
By Brian Wicks
This is the second Microplane grater that I have purchased (actually I purchased the extra coarse version), but the only 1 of the 2 that I would give a 5* rating to. The other grater was from the standard line not the professional line. With many kitchen items there are no significant differences between the two, but in this case it definitely matters!
All Microplane graters use the same basic technology for cutting -- technology which was originally developed for the woodworking industry but that has adapted for exceptional service in the kitchen as well. The razor sharp laser cut grating head will make quick & easy work of cheese grating or citrus zesting (if you have the proper size). I would suggest when choosing a size of grater that you choose 1 size larger as the sizing tends to run on the small size.
Now, what makes the professional so much better? Well, the standard line has 3 major/minor flaws: 1) the easy-grip rubber handle tends to capture water when washed, 2) the plastic molded frame holding the grating surface cracks when washed in the dishwasher, & 3) the head is so incredibly sharp that it must be kept covered, yet there is no easy way to due this except for the original tagboard cover.
The professional version fixes all of these issues. As you can see, the frame and handle are all stainless steel which eliminates issues #1 & #2 and the professional version comes with a nice snap-on plastic cover to protect the sharp head surface. In addition, the rubberized rest on the top of this version can come in very handy.
End result: HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
All Microplane graters use the same basic technology for cutting -- technology which was originally developed for the woodworking industry but that has adapted for exceptional service in the kitchen as well. The razor sharp laser cut grating head will make quick & easy work of cheese grating or citrus zesting (if you have the proper size). I would suggest when choosing a size of grater that you choose 1 size larger as the sizing tends to run on the small size.
Now, what makes the professional so much better? Well, the standard line has 3 major/minor flaws: 1) the easy-grip rubber handle tends to capture water when washed, 2) the plastic molded frame holding the grating surface cracks when washed in the dishwasher, & 3) the head is so incredibly sharp that it must be kept covered, yet there is no easy way to due this except for the original tagboard cover.
The professional version fixes all of these issues. As you can see, the frame and handle are all stainless steel which eliminates issues #1 & #2 and the professional version comes with a nice snap-on plastic cover to protect the sharp head surface. In addition, the rubberized rest on the top of this version can come in very handy.
End result: HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
56 of 58 people found the following review helpful
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Much better than the "home series" grater, which cracks and deposits small pieces of plastic in your food.
This is also quite a bit more money and it should last many, many years. I purchased the "coarse" type, but I would describe it as medium. It's too fine for most vegetables like carrots, and will work only with the hardest of cheeses. I would buy the Microplane Professional Extra Coarse Grater if I could do it again. Too bad there isn't some type of side-by-side comparison or scale to judge by.
This is also quite a bit more money and it should last many, many years. I purchased the "coarse" type, but I would describe it as medium. It's too fine for most vegetables like carrots, and will work only with the hardest of cheeses. I would buy the Microplane Professional Extra Coarse Grater if I could do it again. Too bad there isn't some type of side-by-side comparison or scale to judge by.
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
When my food processor quit working, I replaced it with a set of Microplane graters (the 35000 series). At the time I placed my order, I didn't know about Microplane's professional graters (the 38000 series). However, after using them, I was so impressed that I sent the 35000 series to my daughter and ordered the professional 38000 series for myself.
I do a lot of cooking, so I know these graters are going to get a lot of use. I'm in no mood to buy another food processor, as I rarely used the one I had and a food processor takes up a lot of valuable kitchen storage space. The Microplane graters, on the other hand, fit neatly inside a drawer and have protective covers on them.
I'm giving the 38000 series graters a 5-star rating because they're better quality than the 35000 series graters and look like they'll last longer. They are very sharp and do an extremely effective job. I especially appreciate the sliding hand guard. I very seriously doubt I'd use a tool as sharp as this without something to protect my hands.
I do a lot of cooking, so I know these graters are going to get a lot of use. I'm in no mood to buy another food processor, as I rarely used the one I had and a food processor takes up a lot of valuable kitchen storage space. The Microplane graters, on the other hand, fit neatly inside a drawer and have protective covers on them.
I'm giving the 38000 series graters a 5-star rating because they're better quality than the 35000 series graters and look like they'll last longer. They are very sharp and do an extremely effective job. I especially appreciate the sliding hand guard. I very seriously doubt I'd use a tool as sharp as this without something to protect my hands.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Works great!
In my opinion, this microplane grater has the perfect size holes for grating hard cheeses like parmesan. Read more
Published 15 days ago by Brenda Jo Mengeling
5.0 out of 5 stars
grater
I got this for a friend and she is happy with this product so I am also, good quality and price
Published 1 month ago by tooth fairy
4.0 out of 5 stars
Grate Greater.
I've usually been cheap about my kitchen equipment, so this grater is a big upgrade from any of my old cheap $5 at Target sort of graters. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Brian Lange.
1.0 out of 5 stars
Not coarse
It's a fine grater, not coarse at all. Sharp, nicely crafted and sturdy yet it's a fine grater. It's not a coarse grater. Disappointed.
Published 2 months ago by BB
5.0 out of 5 stars
Terrific product
These handy graters are just the best. This is my second one from Microplane. I would like to get the shaver next. All terrific products.
Published 3 months ago by S. Robertson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Another great microplane product
Easy to store, dishwasher safe, and pretty much indestructible. This is by far the best version of microplane's products, it is well worth the extra two or three dollars as it is... Read more
Published 3 months ago by arl
5.0 out of 5 stars
best brand
this company makes some of the best, low cost microplanes. we use this one for cheese over italian food/salads/etc. It's also great for certain spices.
Published 3 months ago by p
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great quality
Very sharp, durable and comfortable to use. I grate mostly garlic with it and it works perfectly. The cover is really nice because my 2 year old can't take it off.
Published 3 months ago by Andy Kragt
5.0 out of 5 stars
This Microplane is great addition to the kitchen
Three of us cooking here. We all love it. When using, it stays firmly in place, it cleans easily and is slim enough to store in a drawer. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Robin
5.0 out of 5 stars
Stylish upgrade
I upgraded from the plastic from microplanes. These flex much less, and in my opinion look much nicer. Read more
Published 4 months ago by A. Pezzuto
