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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
97 of 99 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
57 of 59 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.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By mo
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I was thrilled to discover the Professional series of Microplane graters, as they only cost a few bucks more, yet deliver a better product that is made to last.
The Coarse Grater is very easy to hold, its teeth are sharp, and the grater performs well with minimal effort. Best of all, it is SO easy to clean. Food doesn't get stuck anywhere, and all I use is a little brush (mine is a veggie brush, since it's handy, and the bristles just happen to be the right length and stiffness) to quickly remove the grated food from the teeth.
I'd highly recommend this product, as well as the other products in the Professional line (also bought Extra Coarse Grater). If you don't yet have any of the Microplane graters, look for the one that sells four (4) to a set.
From the regular line (black plastic handle), I also have the Zester and Extra Fine Grater, both of which are excellent products, as well.
The Coarse Grater is very easy to hold, its teeth are sharp, and the grater performs well with minimal effort. Best of all, it is SO easy to clean. Food doesn't get stuck anywhere, and all I use is a little brush (mine is a veggie brush, since it's handy, and the bristles just happen to be the right length and stiffness) to quickly remove the grated food from the teeth.
I'd highly recommend this product, as well as the other products in the Professional line (also bought Extra Coarse Grater). If you don't yet have any of the Microplane graters, look for the one that sells four (4) to a set.
From the regular line (black plastic handle), I also have the Zester and Extra Fine Grater, both of which are excellent products, as well.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
I have bought and compared 3 series of microplane products. They are 1. professional 2. premium 3. classic.
Here is what I found.
They are all using the same blade-made in USA but assembled in Mexico.
The designs differ. Professional is more auqare like many graters we have used from before. It is not super eye catching. The premium and classic series has that long lean body that everyone recognizes easily to be super special to microplane.
Furthermore,Premium and classic series come with plastic handles and several reviewers complain they broke if you are too forceful. The professional series are made of all stainless steel all over.
Also, the premium and the classic series differ in two things. First, at the end where it stands on the counter top, the premium comes with two tiny plastic foot, you cannot see front the pic, but they are there while the classic does not. It protects the surface of either your countertop or your mixer bowl. If you use the classic series, you might scratch the surface it comes in contact with and the classic might be easier to slip too. Second, the plastic handle is sturdier in the premium series than the classics. Other than these two, they are basically the same design.
At the end, my sturdiness ranking is 1. professional 2. premium 2. classic.
my attractiveness of its outlook ranking is 1. premium 2. classic 3. professional.
But the attractiveness is more subject to individual taste than sturdiness ranking.
My final decision is to keep the professional series made of all stainless steel for my friend who care less about the look and for me, I will stay with the premium series and its color handles. I will make sure to be super careful and not use too much force.
Here is what I found.
They are all using the same blade-made in USA but assembled in Mexico.
The designs differ. Professional is more auqare like many graters we have used from before. It is not super eye catching. The premium and classic series has that long lean body that everyone recognizes easily to be super special to microplane.
Furthermore,Premium and classic series come with plastic handles and several reviewers complain they broke if you are too forceful. The professional series are made of all stainless steel all over.
Also, the premium and the classic series differ in two things. First, at the end where it stands on the counter top, the premium comes with two tiny plastic foot, you cannot see front the pic, but they are there while the classic does not. It protects the surface of either your countertop or your mixer bowl. If you use the classic series, you might scratch the surface it comes in contact with and the classic might be easier to slip too. Second, the plastic handle is sturdier in the premium series than the classics. Other than these two, they are basically the same design.
At the end, my sturdiness ranking is 1. professional 2. premium 2. classic.
my attractiveness of its outlook ranking is 1. premium 2. classic 3. professional.
But the attractiveness is more subject to individual taste than sturdiness ranking.
My final decision is to keep the professional series made of all stainless steel for my friend who care less about the look and for me, I will stay with the premium series and its color handles. I will make sure to be super careful and not use too much force.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not worth the money
I have a few issues with this product.
First are the stick-on decals they use. The cover is covered in one large piece of advertising. Read more
First are the stick-on decals they use. The cover is covered in one large piece of advertising. Read more
Published 6 days ago by Eye Forget
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 1 month 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 4 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 4 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 4 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 4 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 4 months ago by Robin
