H. Paddle Grater & Bamboo Brush, Made in Japan

Paste. The way Japanese cooking has always intended.

This is not a Microplane. This Japanese grater (oroshigane) works differently: the ultra-fine, non-perforated surface breaks down cell walls as you grate, turning ginger, garlic, daikon, or wasabi into a smooth, moisture-rich paste — releasing natural juices and compounds in a way that no knife can replicate.

• Daikon oroshi neutralises heavy flavours in grilled meats and fried food.
• Grated apple and onion tenderise and sweeten marinades and salad dressings.
• Grated ginger and turmeric goes directly into dressings, sauces, and soups without leaving fibrous chunks behind.
• Freshly grated garlic and onion release far more flavour and juice than pre-chopped — a little goes a long way.

Rany’s Tip: Squeeze the ginger paste. You'll be surprised how much juice comes out of just 1cm of ginger root — divine in drinks, marinades, and dressings.

Why This Item

• Hand-chiselled, razor-sharp deep teeth produce smooth paste — not shreds, not chunks
• Broad, square surface lets you work in circular motions — bi-directional teeth attack from every angle
• Non-perforated surface: nothing falls through, nothing goes to waste
• Commercial-grade stainless steel with satisfying heft, built for lifetime use — manufactured by Tsuboe, an artisanal maker of metal graters and blades since 1907
• Bamboo brush (yakumiyose) included — sweeps every last scraping off without scratching

Specifications

• Size: 18 cm (H) x 9.7 cm (W), 1.5 mm thick
• Material: Food-grade stainless steel
• Includes: 1 x grater, 1 x bamboo brush

Care

• Grater: Hand wash with a nail brush immediately after use
• Bamboo brush: Hand wash, dry flat.