Microplane Ribbon Grater with Catcher

The ribbon cut produces thin, flat strips of food rather than the fine shreds or zest you get from standard graters. It is ideal for cheeses that need to melt quickly or for creating delicate, professional-looking garnishes.

The blade is engineered to cut on both the forward and backward strokes. This allows you to grate ingredients twice as fast compared to traditional graters that only cut in one direction.

Yes, it is quite functional. It snaps onto the bottom of the grater to catch ingredients as you work, and the clear markings allow you to measure exactly how much cheese or zest you have prepared without dirtying an extra bowl.

This tool excels with semi-hard cheeses like cheddar or gruyère, as well as firm vegetables like zucchini or carrots. It is less suited for very soft cheeses, which may clog the blade, or extremely hard items like whole nutmeg.

While the grater is top-rack dishwasher safe, hand washing is recommended to keep the blade sharp for as long as possible. Always use the protective cover when storing the tool to prevent accidental nicks.