How to use this strange tool in your kitchen

3. Citrus zester/Microplane

• What it looks like: A small grater with sharp holes.
• Purpose: Peel citrus fruits or finely grate ingredients such as garlic, ginger, or hard cheeses.
• How to use:
  • Rub the fruit or ingredient against the microplane, applying light pressure.
  • Avoid grating the bitter white pith when stoning citrus fruits.
  • Perfect for adding lemon zest to desserts or grating Parmesan over pasta.

4. Egg separator

• What it looks like: A small silicone or plastic tool shaped like a fish or cup.
• Purpose: Separate the yolks from the egg whites without breaking the yolk.
• How to use:
  • Break the egg into a bowl.
  • Pass the separator over another bowl and pour the egg mixture into it: the egg white will drip out, leaving the yolk behind.

5. Silicone pastry brush

• What it looks like: A flexible brush with soft bristles.
• Purpose: Brush oil, butter, or glaze onto food.
• How to use:
  • Dip the brush into the liquid and gently spread it over meat, pastries, or vegetables.
  • Ideal for basting roasts, glazing biscuits or greasing pans.

6. Avocado slicer

• What it looks like: A multifunctional tool with a knife edge, a stone remover, and a slicing grate.
• Purpose: Safely cuts, pits, and slices avocados.

• How to use:
  • Use the edge of the knife to cut the avocado lengthwise around the pit.
  • Twist the halves and use the pit remover to extract the seed.
  • Use the cutting grid to create uniform slices or pieces.