Types of Peelers
Peelers are an invaluable tool in the kitchen in the preparation of fruits and vegetables. There is an extensive range of peelers available with different properties and made from various materials; these variations differ in price. Purchase one that feels comfortable to you and will meet your culinary needs. Does this Spark an idea?
Other People Are Reading
-
Function
-
Peelers are kitchen utensils that are used to peel the skin of vegetables and fruits. They feature a blade attached to either a metal, plastic or wooden handle. The blades come in different sizes and curvatures and made of either steel or ceramic.
Price
-
Prices vary depending on the quality and brand of peeler you purchase, and the number of functions it can carry out. Prices range from as little as $1 for a basic peeler to more than $100 for a fancier one.
-
"Y" Shape
-
The Y peeler is also known as a yoke peeler, rex or speed peeler and it works like a manual razor in shaving skin from vegetables. It's suitable for peeling carrots and zucchini.
Lancashire
-
Lancashire peelers are suitable for thick-skinned vegetables like potatoes and turnips. You hold the vegetable in one hand and peel by moving the blade toward you.
All-in-One
-
The all-in-one peeler is a gadget with an adjustable head that can be used as either a "Y" peeler or Lancashire peeler by the twist of a knob, depending on your preference.
Electric
-
Electric peelers are beneficial if you have a large quantity of vegetables like potatoes to peel. They come with an assortment of steel blades and feature a powerful motor.
-
