Garlic Chopper

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Garlic's pungent smell is unmistakable in many dishes thanks to a garlic chopper whose role in the kitchen is unimaginable. A garlic chopper is a kitchen tool or appliance that simplifies the process of mincing or chopping garlic. It typically consists of a container with sharp blades or grating surfaces.

There are many sizes and types of garlic choppers whose complexity and design vary. The smallest and simplest garlic chopper is known as a mini garlic chopper. It weighs a few ounces and measures less than 5 inches across. Mini garlic choppers chop one to three garlic cloves at a time, making them suitable for small homes. On the other end of the spectrum, customers can get new garlic choppers for restaurants that are larger and more sophisticated than mini garlic choppers.

Types of garlic choppers

Garlic choppers can be classified based on their mode of operation. A pressed garlic chopper is the first type of garlic chopper whose mode of operation is to force a garlic clove through tiny holes. As the clove passes through them, it is smashed into smaller pieces, effectively chopping it. While some garlic presses have handles and containers and others are basically small graters, they all produce uniform cubes and do not leave behind nasty residues. However, their efficiency and speed vary. Some garlic presses are designed to take one clove at a time, while others can work on several cloves at once.

The next type is a garlic chopper roller. A garlic roller is a playful chopper that uses a set of gears and rotational force to mince garlic. To use the roller, simply drop a clove in the chopper and roll it. The device is playful because as a person rolls it like a toy, the rotational force generated by wheels is transmitted into cogwheels. These wheels have cogs that crush garlic into many pieces. Despite the machine bringing a fan into the kitchen, it does not produce uniform pieces, and when overused, rather than chopping garlic, it turns it into a paste.

Electric garlic choppers

An electric garlic chopper is one of the most common choppers offered by online wholesalers. The chopper has a mini motor that rotates blades inside a container. To use it, open the top and place several garlic cloves in the container. The blade's kinetic energy generated by the motor chops garlic into smaller pieces. Electric garlic choppers are fast and use less energy. But like rollers, they produce irregular pieces. Additionally, most electric garlic choppers are expensive compared to other types of choppers that use manual energy.

Tips to clean garlic choppers effectively

Cleaning garlic choppers is complicated due to small, inaccessible parts and sharp blades. However, before cleaning a garlic chopper, it's essential to refer to the manufacturer's instructions for specific cleaning recommendations and any precautions related to a particular model. If the garlic chopper has removable parts, such as blades or containers, disassemble the chopper according to the manufacturer's instructions. This will make cleaning more thorough and effective. Since garlic has a strong order, to remove it, soak the parts in a mixture of water and lemon juice or vinegar for a short period before washing. Alternatively, rub the parts with a baking soda paste to help neutralize the odor.

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