Microplane
Microplane Home Series - Extra Coarse Grater
Best essential tool for home cooks prepping cheese and root vegetables.
Elevate your kitchen prep with the Microplane Home Series Extra Coarse Grater. Designed for home cooks, its ultra-sharp, surgical-grade stainless steel blades effortlessly grate hard and soft cheeses, root vegetables, and more. The ergonomic, soft-touch handle ensures a comfortable and secure grip, while the non-slip base provides stability. This paddle-shaped grater features a broad surface for efficient food preparation and is top-rack dishwasher safe for easy cleanup. It includes a protective cover for safe storage, making it a versatile and essential tool for everyday culinary tasks.
$15.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
17
/ 693
#17 in Food Graters & Zesters
Price vs Category Average
-39%
Below average
Dimensions
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Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking effortless, high-performance prep work
- Meal preppers handling large volumes of produce or cheese
- Safety-conscious users needing a secure, ergonomic grip
Who should skip it
- Busy cooks wanting quick, low-maintenance cleanup
- Beginners uncomfortable with extremely sharp kitchen tools
- Bakers requiring fine zesting or delicate grating textures
Performance breakdown
Grating Efficiency
The broad surface and ultra-sharp teeth make quick work of prep.
Blade Sharpness
Surgical-grade steel delivers clean cuts without tearing delicate ingredients.
Ergonomic Comfort
Soft-touch handle design minimizes hand fatigue during heavy grating tasks.
Stability
Non-slip base provides reliable traction on most kitchen countertop surfaces.
Maintenance Ease
Top-rack dishwasher compatibility simplifies cleanup after messy kitchen sessions.
Build Durability
Robust stainless steel construction ensures long-term performance in busy kitchens.
Key Specs
Dimensions
10 3/4 " x 3 3/8 " x 3/4 "
Blade Material
Surgical grade stainless steel
Handle Material
Plastic
Body Material
Stainless Steel, Plastic
Grater Type
Box Grater
Grating Style
Extra Coarse
Non-slip base
Yes
Includes protective cover
Yes
Features
- Ultra-sharp surgical-grade stainless steel blades
- Ergonomic soft-touch handle for comfort
- Non-slip base for enhanced stability
- Broad grating surface for efficiency
- Includes protective cover for safe storage
- Dishwasher safe for easy cleaning
- Ideal for cheese and root vegetables
- Durable stainless steel construction
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Microplane Extra Coarse Grater for its exceptional performance and robust quality. The stainless steel blades are consistently highlighted for their unparalleled sharpness, effortlessly grating hard cheeses, chocolate, and nuts quickly. Users find this tool significantly outperforms traditional graters, saving time and effort. Durability is a key theme, with many noting the sharpness lasts for years, confirming its high quality and value. The ergonomic handle ensures a comfortable, secure grip during use. While extreme sharpness requires caution, the overall consensus is that this grater is a worthwhile, indispensable kitchen essential that justifies its investment through superior efficiency and lasting performance.
Know before you buy
The extra coarse blade is designed for ingredients that benefit from a larger shred, such as semi-soft cheeses like cheddar or mozzarella, as well as root vegetables like potatoes for hash browns or carrots for salads.
Yes, it is top-rack dishwasher safe. However, hand washing is often recommended for any sharp blade to help maintain its edge and longevity over time.
The non-slip base provides significant stability, allowing you to rest the end of the grater on your cutting board or countertop while you work without it sliding around.
The grater comes with a protective plastic cover that snaps over the blade. This is essential for keeping the blades sharp and preventing accidental cuts when reaching into your kitchen drawer.
The Home Series is specifically designed for residential use, featuring a wider paddle surface for faster prep and a soft-touch ergonomic handle that provides a more comfortable grip during extended grating sessions.
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