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Garlic Prep Tool FAQ

When should I dice, slice or paste the garlic?
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• For moderate flavor, slice the garlic.

• For strong flavor, dice the garlic.

• For very sharp flavor, make garlic paste.

Can the Garlic Prep Tool be used with other foods?
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• While the Garlic Prep Tool is designed only to be used with garlic, you can use the pasting plate for fresh ginger.

What is the capacity of the container?
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• The capacity of the container is 6 tablespoons (90 mL).

What are the dimensions of the product?
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• The product is 2⅞" x 2½" x 3¼" (7.5 cm x 6 cm x 8 cm).

What do I do if garlic is stuck in the blades?
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• Use the provided cleaning brush or tap the Garlic Prep Tool lightly on the countertop.

I’m trying to dice garlic, but it comes out looking like matchsticks. What do I do?
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• The garlic is too big. Avoid using garlic cloves larger than the size of the 1" x 1" (2.5-cm x 2.5-cm) cutting surface.

• You can also smash the garlic before dicing it.

Can I use more than one garlic clove at a time?
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• No.

How do I clean the Garlic Prep Tool?
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• The Garlic Prep Tool is dishwasher safe.

• We recommend removing all the components and putting the smaller parts in the utensil basket away from the heating element. Then, place the container in the dishwasher with the lids open.

The lids of the Garlic Prep Tool are hard to open. What can I do to help with this?
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• The lids will loosen over time.

• We recommend opening the lids by holding the base of the tool in your hands and using your thumb in an upward motion from the front.