I try the NEW Thermomix Cutter for slicing & grating automatically! See it in action before you buy

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I got the opportunity to try the new Thermomix TM6 Cutter as it’s known which gartes and slices in two different thicknesses. I’ll tell you what it’s like to use, how exctly it works, what specificaly it can slice and grate (and what it can’t) and if I think it’s a good add-on for your machine.
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Set up and parts
There are a few parts and pieces in the package so let’s lay them out:
Bowl
Lid with feeder tube
Pusher
Motor shaft extension
Dual-sided Cutting blade
Important to note is that the shaft extension is small and kind of buried in the box. Don’t throw out the packaging until you’ve got it, since a colleague accidentally tossed hers.
The cutting blade is interesting: It works by cutting or grating at different thicknesses based on which direction it’s are spinning in, and which side is facing up. It’s a bit weird to get your head around, but it’s actually pretty smart.
The slices/gratings come in 4mm or 1mm thicknesses.
Putting it all together is easy: remove the lid of your TM6 and any accessories you have in the mixing bowl. Insert the motor shaft and click it into place over the blade. Set the bowl into the stainless steel mixing bowl. Next choose your cutting disc option: Turn whichever side you want to use to face up and set it on the shaft extension. Finally, seat the lid over the blade, slipping the small pin into the centre of the disc.
Now you’re ready to slice or grate!
You need to swipe to your quick menu and locate the grating or slicing program if you’re going manual, or choose a recipe that uses the Cutter. Within each program, you’ll choose thick or thin cuts from the menu and this is activated based on the direction the cutter blade spins. Touch start and feed your food into the tube.
What is Thermomix Cutter good for?
You may think this accessory is only good for grating cheese and slicing carrots, but not so; it’s surprisingly versatile and can be used on way more foods than you think. Thermomix has a few suggested recipes in its database that work perfectly with the new Cutter.
The grater can make quick work of:
Cabbage for coleslaw
Potato for hashbrowns
Cheeses
Carrots for carrot cake
Cucumber for raita
Flipping to the slicing side you can get:
Sliced apples for pie
Sliced carrots for soups and stews
Sliced celery or any vegetable for cooking
Sliced Potatoes for gratin
It will even slice softer foods like strawberries, tomatoes and avocado and firm bananas.
Really the only things Thermomix advises against slicing or grating are chocolate and eggs, since these could clog the machine.
Using Thermomix Cutter
I tried using the Cutter on a variety or kitchen tasks.
The first thing I tried was slicing strawberries for a pie, and it made quick fork of a finger-staining chore. Plus, even slices thanks to the machine ensures an even bake.
I slided carrots for stew and for a carrot salad. With this one, I opted to choose both the thicker cut and the thinner cut just to get some different sizes in the salad.
I sliced potatoes for a layered potato dish for a dinner party, and used Thermomix’s Cookido recipe for gratin. The nice uniform slices look beautiful in the finished dish.
I will note that with larger foods or foot to chubby or round to fit in either the larger or smaller feeder tube you do need to trim your food down so it will fit. Sometimes this can prove challenging if you want nice food-staging-type slices, but you can usually make it work.
I grated Gruyere for the potato dish to, and also tried using it for grated potatoes to make Irish Boxty pancakes.
I made coleslaw and another grated potato and cheese casserole, plus a cucumber salad.
Cleanup
Anyone familiar with Thermomix knows that cleanup is one of the many advantages of this machine. While it’s not conducive to the regular Thermomix cleaning process (fill bowl with water and soap and run it for a few seconds) the plastic parts rinse clean in a second and really only take a quick moment to wash up.
Overall thoughts
Overall this is a very convenient, helpful and well-engineered accessory for a Thermomix TM6. It makes such quick work of tedious slicing and grating chores and the cleanup is lightning fast. Any downsides? It seems to me there’s not a tonne of difference between the think and thick slices. I’d love a more substantial difference… or maybe new blades will be in the offing in the future to give a chunkier cut. Or rippled slices. Ooh, the possibilities are endless!
If you’ve invested in a Thermomix TM6, this is an accessory you won’t regret getting. It sells for $109US (though I have also seen it offered for free with a new machine purchase. It’s also been routinely sold out!) and you can get it from Thermomix.

Пікірлер: 23

@DVAus Ай бұрын

Thanks for the detailed video. Very helpful to get the overview of the cutter, but also to get all the little ins and outs of using it. Thanks for doing the effort of testing it on a wide range of items so we can get your in-depth feedback before splurging on this rather expensive item ($219 AUD in Australia at time of writing.) I've been eyeing this one for a long time and it's constantly out of stock for us here. Your video has convinced me to take the plunge and order one. I cook using my Thermomix all the time and this is something that genuinely could make my prep-work so much easier for recipes. Thanks again and I'm happy to have stumbled across your channel!

@ErinLawrenceTV Ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words. I'm glad the video was helpful and helped you make your decision.

@nateandphoebe Жыл бұрын

Great review! The attachment is not badly priced, but the actual TM6 unit is CRAZY expensive!

@ErinLawrenceTV Жыл бұрын

Yes it is!

@Karla_Finch-Cluff Жыл бұрын

Fantastic review of how to use this attachment!! I've had my eye on Thermomix since the TM31 but haven't had the money to get one yet. Someday, Someday I shall.

@ErinLawrenceTV Жыл бұрын

Thanks Karla!

@nolwaziabangane5304 9 ай бұрын

Your theme jingle at the beginning is from simply nailogical. Instantly recognized it.

@ErinLawrenceTV 9 ай бұрын

I guess we both use the same free music provider.🤣

@jackiw7 Жыл бұрын

You’ve had your Thermomix for a while now. Can you give us an update on how often you’re using it, and what features, recipes you favour? I’m still trying to figure out if I’d use it enough to justify the cost

@ErinLawrenceTV Жыл бұрын

Great question. I find keeping it out on the counter keeps it top of mind. When I can see it, I use it; as a blender, mixer, beater, rice cooker, steamer for veg. I do use it constantly.