Here’s what you should be doing instead.
It’s a super simple fix, too.
Read on to find out a better way to use your box grater.
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the right size holes) to use in the first place.
Slicing slots
This is probably the most overlooked side of a box grater.
The wide, horizontal slots can thinly slicezucchini, potatoes, or cucumbers.
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Small shred
These tiny holes are best used for finely grating hard cheeses like Parmesan orzesting citrus.
This spiky side is also good at finely grating garlic and ginger.
(Bonus: It’s excellent for grating zucchini for baking, too.)