How to Use a Hand Held Zester

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A hand held zester is a small kitchen utensil typically used to grate the peel of a lemon, lime, or orange. Citrus zest is a common ingredient used in mixed drinks as well as many other recipes.

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Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

citrus fruit
hand held zester

Hand Held Zesters

Step 1

Pick up the fruit you need to zest with one hand and the zester with the other hand.
Step 2

Put a bowl or container underneath the zester to catch all the grated peel.
Step 3

Place the fruit or peeling precisely on the blade of the zester.
Step 4

Rub the zester back and forth along the peel of the fruit at a steady pace.
Step 5

Add the grated peel (zest) into your recipe.