How to Properly Zest A Lemon & Other Citrus Fruit
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- čas přidán 4. 12. 2019
- I've seen a lot of cooking videos lately, including some starring really talented chefs, zesting lemons and other citrus in a less than effective manner. In this short video, I demonstrate what I believe to be the best way to zest a lemon and other citrus fruits.
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Never thought about flipping it upside down, but it makes so much sense. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you, Chief. Understanding "why" helps remember the "how" of a technique. Good job!
I'm in the move the citrus over the microplane, and allow the zest to fall into a mixing / measuring bowl crowd. I've seen it done both ways in pro kitchens from el Bulli to Belon - personal choice, no right no wrong.
I zest with the microplane facing down but rotate the citrus while moving it along the teeth to avoid getting into the pith.
The described technique made so much more sense than every other. Thank you.
Thanks for sharing that, I am new to using the microplane and this actually worked better than other videos I watched
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This is an excellent technique!
Perfect example of why I love your videos.
Discovered this independently earlier today. Far superior method.
Finally someone said it! lol i die everytime I see cooking videos where they hold their zester in the first position and their citrus is so patchy in the end and I'm thinking, "look at all that zest you're just wasting!" Thank you for this video
That's how I was taught! Thanks Chef
Great point chef
Haha. Cool. Like your point. Never thought of that.
eep! I learned something new. This just makes sense~thank you.
Excellent presentation! Thank you!
I Have Been Wondering For The Last Ten Years Or More, I Was Watching Cook RR Do It Backwards, Along With Other Chefs Explain And Do It Wrong Too. Same Principal "Kinda" Going Up The Box Grater Instead Of Down, Maybe?? I Saw This Technique Years Ago, But You Have Put Everyone On Notice, Game Changer.
I love lemon zest tea.
Funny that’s exactly what I do now but I only figured that out about a year ago. You’re right it’s far better and easier than the traditional method.