KitchenAid
Metal Food Grinder Attachment
Best versatile attachment for home cooks crafting fresh, gourmet ingredients.
Elevate your home cooking with the KitchenAid Metal Food Grinder Attachment. This versatile accessory connects to your KitchenAid Stand Mixer's power hub, transforming it into a powerful grinder. Effortlessly create gourmet burgers, fresh sausages, grind hard cheeses, or make bread crumbs. It includes multiple grinding plates for various textures and sausage stuffer tubes for homemade sausages. Designed for durability and ease of use, it ensures optimal results, especially when pre-chilled. All components store conveniently in the included case, making it a practical addition to your kitchen.
$49.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
45
/ 295
#45 in Food Grinder Accessories
Price vs Category Average
-71%
Below average
Material
Metal
/ Metal
Who it's for
- Home cooks prioritizing long-term durability and cold-grind safety
- Batch processors needing consistent power for large-scale grinding
- Health-conscious users requiring easy-to-sanitize, non-porous equipment
Who should skip it
- Busy cooks who prefer dishwasher-safe convenience
- Budget-conscious shoppers seeking an affordable entry-level option
- Users with limited storage or difficulty handling heavy kitchen tools
Performance breakdown
Build Durability
Sturdy metal construction offers significant longevity over plastic alternatives.
Grind Versatility
Three plate sizes handle everything from coarse burgers to fine textures.
Ease of Assembly
Quick-release attachment makes switching between tasks seamless and efficient.
Storage Convenience
Dedicated case keeps all components organized and protected between uses.
Sausage Stuffing Capability
Included tubes provide a solid entry point for homemade sausage production.
Maintenance Ease
Dishwasher-safe components simplify the cleanup process after messy grinding sessions.
Key Specs
Material
Metal
Compatibility
Fits KitchenAid Household Mixers
Includes
Fine, medium, and coarse grinding plates
Includes
Two sausage stuffer tubes
Dimensions
8" H x 4.5" W x 7.6" D
Weight
1.4 lbs
Dishwasher-safe parts
true
Storage case included
true
Features
- Grind fresh meats, cheeses, and bread crumbs.
- Attaches to all KitchenAid stand mixer models.
- Includes multiple grinding plate sizes.
- Comes with sausage stuffer tubes.
- Enables pre-chilling for optimal results.
- Durable metal construction.
- Easy to assemble and use.
- Convenient storage case included.
What customers say
This grinder attachment stands out for its superior quality and durability, featuring all metal construction that users find a significant upgrade from plastic models. It delivers reliable performance for grinding various meats and is simple to clean, ensuring hygienic food preparation. The attachment integrates seamlessly with KitchenAid mixers, adding to its convenience. While the initial investment is higher, its robust build and lasting performance represent excellent long term value. It is a highly recommended option for those desiring a powerful, efficient, and high quality grinding solution.
Know before you buy
Yes, the Metal Food Grinder Attachment is designed to connect to the power hub of all KitchenAid household stand mixer models.
Pre-chilling the metal parts helps keep the fat in your meat cold during the grinding process. This prevents the fat from smearing, ensuring a cleaner grind and a better final texture for your burgers or sausages.
Yes, the components are dishwasher-safe, which makes cleanup much easier after processing raw meat or sticky cheeses.
The set includes fine, medium, and coarse plates. The fine plate is ideal for spreads or pâtés, the medium plate is standard for ground meat and burgers, and the coarse plate works best for chunkier textures or relishes.
Yes, it includes two different sizes of sausage stuffer tubes, allowing you to create various types of homemade sausages right at home.
No, this attachment is not rust-resistant. To maintain the quality of the metal, it is important to dry the components thoroughly immediately after washing.
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