Is there a technique I'm missing or did I get a dud? I'm just trying to julienne zucchini. It seems straightforward but no luck. TIA!
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What is the actual problem? Is it not cutting at all? Mine had a protective sticker on the back blade when I received it. It also only works with the cutters pointed down into the vegetable. I use a fork to hold the veggie down and protect my fingers. Not sure what else to suggest without knowing what is happening.
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Good luck...my devise worked fine about 4 times then crapped out...guess we both got duds - or maybe the merchandise is just not as good as we had hoped it would be. I will NOT order this again
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I just hold one end with my left hand and press firmly on the zucchini with the cutter while sliding to the other side at the same time. Then I cut the end I was holding in julienne with a knife. Hope this helps ;)
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I thought I had a dud at first too. I was just holding it upside down.. it works great on zucchini and sweet potatoes.
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Make sure that the sharp edges are turned into the vegetable, then you just go up & down, the zucchini should start shredding . If it's not happening it's probably a dud
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Eleonor...I Am sorry u are having such hard time with it! If u hold the zucchini upright in your left hand, and peel downward with your right ...u should get some nice long strings that look like spaghetti. Not sure why is not working out for you....I really love this little simple tool. Pls let me know if u are having better luck with it....:-)
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I have to agree with Michael...I sent mine back as it was scratched up, looked used and every time I plugged it in the controller smoked (I tried 8-10 times). Was afraid to even give it a whirl, so wouldn't recommend. My suggestion: invest in a 1600 watt portable induction cooktop and use your own clad induction ready cookware. With those you can use them as a slow cooker. It's the solution I finally came up with.I never took the opportunity to measure volume since, as I said, the controller smoked, even after leaving it plugged in for 30+ minutes 8-10 times. It did look to hold 4 qts. to the top, but would advise using only 2-3 qts., just in case it boiled over. I have to agree with Michael...I sent mine back as it was scratched up, looked used and every time I plugged it in the controller smoked (I tried 8-10 times). Was afraid to even give it a whirl, so wouldn't recommend. My suggestion: invest in a 1600 watt portable induction cooktop and use your own clad induction ready cookware. With those you can use them as a slow cooker. It's the solution I finally came up with.I never took the opportunity to measure volume since, as I said, the controller smoked, even after leaving it plugged in for 30+ minutes 8-10 times. It did look to hold... » Read More I have to agree with Michael...I sent mine back as it was scratched up, looked used and every time I plugged it in the controller smoked (I tried 8-10 times). Was afraid to even give it a whirl, so wouldn't recommend. My suggestion: invest in a 1600 watt portable induction cooktop and use your own clad induction ready cookware. With those you can use them as a slow cooker. It's the solution I finally came up with.I never took the opportunity to measure volume since, as I said, the controller smoked, even after leaving it plugged in for 30+ minutes 8-10 times. It did look to hold 4 qts. to the top, but would advise using only 2-3 qts., just in case it boiled over. « Show Less
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I usually do firmer vegetables, like root vegetables, but have used it on yellow squash and zucchini and it worked well. It's pretty sharp.
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Haven't really tried that yet! It's not an easy utensil to use. They don't make perfect spirals. Had issues with the vegetable shredding into short pieces.
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Jobaby44, yes, I have used it on the *8 ball zucchini". You may have to quit in the middle and cut off a little and start over (this is for squash, not a hard veggie like beets).
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Hey Lisa, After my a few tried with beets, it works for us. We have some experience you might like to know regard to how to use our Envy slicer for best results: - Regarding getting a better experience with carrots, zucchini, beets...I remember that the first time we used carrots ourselves, the strips didn't come out from the blade as long strips. Because carrots are hard, often their strips won't be as long as with soft vegetables such as summer squash, zucchini, eggplant, beets, etc. I practiced with zucchini (as you can see on the package) and were quickly able to get nice, long strips with our carrots. Be sure to use fresh carrots, zucchini that are thick enough to fully utilize your slicer blades. - Strongly recommend using fresh and thick veggies enough for best results. If it doesn't work, it might be due to very rarely item which defective during shipping processing. Although this product is very easy to use which is designed for "no-brainer" to use, it might need a little practice depend on various people's desire. Hope this help! -Jessica
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My experience was pretty bad. I ended up throwing mine away. The blade wouldn't cut through any vegetable with a skin (e.g. eggplant, zucchini, etc) without tearing the vegetable. Even after I got the blade professionally sharpened. I would suggest a mandoline with a blade set at an angle.
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This Borner instructional video shows many details about using the product, including a way to cube vegetables:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEiqRgPSqUoAt time stamp 17:47, a 2-step cube technique is demonstrated. First, slice the vegetable. Then stack the slices and load them on edge into the hand guard-food holder so they are at 90-degrees to the cutting surface, then cut with the julienne blade.
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I used the spiral slicer for zucchini on the smallest setting and I steamed it and it did not fall apart. Also, I put it in soup and it did not fall apart.
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Yes! I have fried zucchini, to try it out, and it was fabulous! This is definitely worthy product, I am glad I chose this one, diamond in the rough. The recipes include crispy coating, beer batter, milk batter, quesadilla crispers, apple pie fritter, and jalapeno kickers. I have not tried them all, but I plan to. I use it mostly for French fries and it also takes a little less than 48 oz of cooking oil. Good luck, I don't think you will regret it.
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Yes the zucchini I used was pretty soft and it worked fine. I kept it raw thought and only microwaved it with sauce enough to make it hot. Otherwise it would've made the zucchini pasta too mushy.
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I just made zucchini bread using this cup-for-cup in my recipe. While mixing I quickly saw there wasn't enough moisture, so I added more zucchini & a little water. Baking time seemed to be less, but I just did one trial loaf instead of my normal two loaves, so maybe that was the difference. The loaf didn't rise quite as much as with wheat flour. The taste isn't very good & was also bland with a poor mouth feel. I'm thinking that this might be due to not decreasing the flour to 3/4 cup. I'd appreciate any input so I don't waste this expensive flour!
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Wow... assuming it was a hard cheese, which is not recommended in any chopping kind of device without first cubing into much smaller pieces. My best guess/suggestion (from my hubby) would be to unplug it first, remove any cheese you can, wash/wipe the blades as best you can, and take it to a local "fix-it" shop. The motor may be jammed, but might be unstuck by a professional. You might also call Customer Service for KitchenAid for even better advice. 1-800-541-6390, M-F, 8-8
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In reply to an earlier post on Oct 1, 2008 11:47 AM PDT solitaire40 says:I think it's confusing too. <snip> Tried a meatloaf and it didn't cook all the way thru.Maybe my fault - I don't remember. The cook book could be better.Reply to solitaire40's post: The cook book, charts, times and temps are only a guide. You have to use a thermometer to test for doneness...that's the only way to go.
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I have the EXACT same problem....did the vinegar work? I can't find my user's manual.......
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Thank you for your question. Our customers and we at UberChef have julienned zuchinni, carrots, potatoes, sweet potatoes, butternut squash, celery, cucumber, applies, kiwi, and a whole lot more :) Test out our Julienne Peeler and let us know what your results are and what fruits/veggies you've used it on!
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I have successfully grilled veggies in this several times. I do a single layer (with or without a small amount of water or oil) turning them over as needed until tender. If you try putting to much in at one time, you end up with the veggies sauted vs. grilled. Just did butternut squash and it was delicious.