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How to Use a Hand Held Zester

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By Heather Orr
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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.

From Quick Guide: Cooking Utensils
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • citrus fruit
  • hand held zester

    Hand Held Zesters

  1. Step 1

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

  2. Step 2

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

  3. Step 3

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

  4. Step 4

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

  5. Step 5

    Add the grated peel (zest) into your recipe.

Tips & Warnings
  • You may find it easier to zest the fruit directly into the drink or recipe you are preparing.

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