Grating carrots - which method?

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I’m eager to try this rendition and appreciate the weight measurement for the carrots.  Do you recommend a microplane for grating them?  I’ve used a box grater and the food processor attachments in the past, neither of which I would classify as yielding a finely grated end product.

Stan · Answer

Oops..with 2nd smallest holes. I can only imagine the improved overall textural improvements a microplane would produce. Fwiw I now have seen a great video on this subject from Jaime Cooks, a kitchen tool teacher.

Stan · Answer

I used the 2nd smallest holes on a box grater w

Pamela T. · Answer

And apologies, I reread your lead-in and now see where you recommended the microplane that I overlooked earlier (red faced emoji).

Pamela T. · Answer

Thank you!

LeBec F. · Answer

well coral, let's hope she posts her method and results!mndyle bec fin

Coral L. · Answer

Hi Mindy! Thanks for jumping in. Seeing as how carrots are typically the same width (if not smaller) as a microplane, grating on a microplane takes no longer than using a box grater, with a larger surface, would. The textural difference created by grating with a microplane is rather significant (the shreds emerge as mere wisps, making for a more even carrot flavor and texture) so I would actually recommend the microplane over box grater, if you have one!

LeBec F. · Answer

IMO, a microplane would take forever and is not necessary. Box Grater on the side where you do your cheese is my suggestion- the same way carrots have always been done for carrot cake.
best,
mindy
le Bec Fin

Coral L. · Answer

Hi Pamela, you are correct! I do advise the use the microplane for yielding finely-grated carrots.

Grating carrots - which method?

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