Microplane Coarse graters produce small strands of food to use as topping on your favorite dishes or as an ingredient in many recipes. Slightly coarser than the product of a fine grater, a coarse blade grater is a versatile, efficient kitchen tool. Use a Coarse Grater for: Hard cheeses (Parmesan, Romano) Most fruits and vegetables Nuts Garlic Onions Ginger Shallots Other Aromatics