Need a Vegetable Peeler? Read This.


peeler.jpgA recent issue of Rachael Ray’s magazine did a little bit of research to find the best vegetable peeler, going through 50 pounds of produce to do it. 

First, what’s important to look for in a vegetable peeler?  It should have a wide, durable blade and serrated blades are a good idea, especially when it comes to getting through tough outer skins of squash and sweet potatoes.  You also want a peeler that features a no-slip handle, which will help in letting you grip the peeler just right.

So now what?  The team at Every Day with Rachael Ray tested dozens and came up with these 4 stand-outs that are worth your money, and are bargains at that.  Depending on the style you’re looking for, one of these are perfect for you and your kitchen:

OXO i-series Y Peeler ($10) was the best Y-shaped peeler of the bunch and features a stainless steel blade.

Kuhn Rikon Piranha Peeler ($7) is the one to grab if you’re looking for a serrated peeler.

For a traditional peeler, Rachael’s team suggests going with the Pro-Touch Vegetable Peeler from Messermeister ($9).

And lastly, if you’re on the hunt for an offset peeler, the Victorinox Swiss Peeler ($3) got their vote.

Happy peeling!

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Curt McAdams
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November 30, 2006 at 6:44 pm

I recently got a ceramic Kyocera peeler that has an adjustable-angle blade. I love it… it’s very easy to use, and the ceramic blade is very sharp! It’s a bit more expensive, but the ceramic should last forever.

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Matt Fisher
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November 30, 2006 at 8:20 pm

I really love those ceramic peelers, too, but the peeler I use now is a serrated-edged peeler. I forget the maker (I think it’s Messermeister, for some reason), but it is a really versatile tool– it can peel tender items like tomatoes or things with tougher skins with equal effectiveness.

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Marc
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December 1, 2006 at 7:44 am

Like Matt, I use the Messermeister Pro-Touch Serrated Swivel Peeler. So much, in fact, that I have three in my kitchen. And I like it so much I have given about 10 as gifts. Although it was designed as a specialty peeler for thin-skinned fruits like tomatoes and peaches, I find that the serrations help me keep on track as I pull off an apple or potato peel in a long spiral.