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Coconut Graters and Scrapers

Some of the most simple tools still provide the best results. A good example is the coconut grater and shredder from Thailand.

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Coconut Scrapers




This tool is used to create both long fine shreds as well as wider coconut curls. 


Close up of the coconut scraper's thin shredding blade.  The backside of the little holes have a rough edge. You drag the blade along the coconut and it creates perfect shreds.  See picture below.


These long thin shreds were obtained by using the

 


Close up of the loop side of the coconut scraper



These wide "curls" were created using the looped side of the coconut shredder. Drag the edge of the loop along the coconut in a scooping motion.

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