How to use this strange tool in your kitchen

Appearance:
A slim grater with very sharp, fine holes.

Purpose:
Used to remove the outer peel of citrus fruits or finely grate ingredients like garlic, ginger, nutmeg, or hard cheeses.

How to use it:

• Lightly rub the fruit or ingredient across the grater.

• Apply gentle pressure.

• Avoid grating the white pith of citrus fruits, as it tastes bitter.

Perfect for:
Lemon zest in desserts or freshly grated Parmesan over pasta.

4. Egg Separator

Appearance:
A small plastic or silicone tool, often shaped like a cup or fish.

Purpose:
Separates egg yolks from egg whites without breaking the yolk.

How to use it:

• Crack the egg into a bowl.

• Hold the separator over another bowl.

• Pour the egg into the separator: the egg white drips through while the yolk stays behind.

5. Silicone Pastry Brush

Appearance:
A flexible brush with soft silicone bristles.

Purpose:
Used to spread oil, butter, marinades, or glazes on food.

How to use it:

• Dip the brush into the liquid.

• Gently brush it onto meat, pastries, vegetables, or baking pans.

Great for:
Glazing pastries, basting roasts, or greasing baking dishes.

6. Avocado Cutter

Appearance:
A multi-purpose tool with a cutting edge, pit remover, and slicing grid.

Purpose:
Safely cuts, pits, and slices avocados.

How to use it:

1. Use the blade to cut the avocado lengthwise around the pit.

2. Twist the halves apart.

3. Use the pit remover to remove the seed.

4. Use the slicing grid to create even slices or cubes.

7. Ravioli Mold

Appearance:
A tray with small pockets and a patterned top.

Purpose:
Helps make homemade ravioli with evenly sealed edges.

How to use it:

1. Roll out a sheet of pasta dough.

2. Place it over the mold.

3. Add filling to each pocket.

4. Cover with another sheet of pasta.

5. Press down to seal the edges, then cut the ravioli apart.

✔️ Learning how to use the right tools can make cooking faster, easier, and more enjoyable.