The large handle allows for a firm grip, and the completely flat grating surface makes it easy to move the cheese across the blades.  Carrots, onions, and medium to firm cheeses all worked beautifully with this grater. It's also an excellent choice for larger strips of citrus zest or ginger.
Because it is ALL about flavor, this versatile, easy-to-handle utensil is perfect for presentably shaving your favorite seasonings or garnish.  Lightweight and not as cumbersome as traditional graters, Microplane offers no muss, no fuss shaved foods that open up a whole new world of flavoring and presentation.  This general purpose Microplane grater is designed for mobility and less fuss.  Recommended for hard cheeses, onions, peppers, and other vegetables, the shaving technique used by Microplane maximizes flavor and actually decreases caloric intake - because less is needed.  The graters' razor-sharpness results from a patented process and will glide through tough foods, rinds, and cheeses effortlessly.  Non-clogging teeth are easy for use and cleaning and the long stainless steel surface area gives you room to happily shave, not shred your favorite seasonings.

 

Suggested Uses:

Grates Parmesan cheese light and fluffy

Zests lemons and limes in seconds

Grates chocolate for baking and decorating

Purées garlic and ginger instantly

Shreds coconut for baking and decorating