There are many reasons why food choppers…
…have been around for so long.
Their main benefit is that they make chopping less messy…
…since they chop inside a container, and they are particularly useful…
…when it comes to cutting something like nuts…
…which are prone to flying around when they are cut.
A second benefit is that they provide a space where kids can be safe…
…while helping in the kitchen.
Additionally, they are great for people with poor knife skills or dexterity issues.
Also, they are fun to use.
Manual choppers are easy to use and relatively inexpensive.
It’s ideal for rough chopping nuts or vegetables…
…and it’s especially good for making salsa.
Electrical choppers are basically mini food processors.
In addition to rough chopping, they can also be used…
…for making small amounts of puree.
The pulsing and pureeing are accomplished by pressing a button…
…instead of turning a handle. To get the best results, larger foods…
…such as onions, should be cut into pieces first.
Let’s hear Jonathan’s story before moving onto the next section…
After much research online and reading reviews on cooking websites,
I bought a food chopper to replace my old one.
In comparison with my old one, I think it deserves the great reviews that led me to buy it.
It has a good base weight so it doesn’t move around.
You can easily remove the lid and clean the blade by removing the lid.
It is something I would definitely recommend to my family.
It’s time to get started…
Our Top Picks for Food Chopper
| Image | Title | Price | Prime | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Kuhn Rikon Pull Chop Chopper/Manual Food Processor with Cord Mechanism, Green, 2-Cup | PrimeEligible | Buy Now | |
 | Cuisinart DLC-2ABC Mini Prep Plus Food Processor Brushed Chrome and Nickel | PrimeEligible | Buy Now | |
 | Kwik-kut Cutlery Serrated Food Chopper | PrimeEligible | Buy Now | |
 | KitchenAid KFC3516ER 3.5 Cup Food Chopper, Empire Red | PrimeEligible | Buy Now | |
 | OXO Good Grips Chopper | PrimeEligible | Buy Now |
Let’s go through them one by one…
Kuhn Rikon Pull Chop 2 Cup Food Chopper
- Save time spent on preparation and chopping - cut a wide variety of foods in seconds with the pull of a cord, which rotates the ultra-sharp, removable stainless steel blades
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Most hand choppers require you to push down to chop…
…but this one uses a pulling action to spin the blades…
…like the pull-start on a lawnmower, but on a smaller and easier scale.
There is a non-skid ring on the bottom of the bowl that keeps it from sliding…
…so you can rest one hand on top and pull the handle with your other hand.
It cuts food finely or coarsely as you like with its spinning blades…
…and since the blades continue spinning after you pull…
…chopping all the ingredients in a bowl only takes a few pulls.
You can also remove the blades after chopping something like coleslaw…
…so you can add the dressing and mix it. It holds about 2 cups.
Lids should not be placed in dishwashers or immersed in water when hand-washed.
Cuisinart Mini Prep Plus Food Processor
- 250-watt food processor with 3-cup plastic work bowl
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This mini food processor won’t knead dough…
…but it will chop everything from apples to nuts to zucchini quickly.
In addition to pureeing small amounts of food, it can emulsify your salad dressing.
For best grinding or chopping action, the blade is auto-reversing…
…and the 3-cup bowl allows you to make a large batch of salsa…
…without having to empty the bowl over and over.
This machine can chop herbs, garlic, and vegetables…
…grind spices or hard cheese, puree vegetables, and make mayonnaise.
There are only two buttons (chop and grind), and the bowl…
…and lid are dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning. It comes with a spatula.
Keep going…
Kwik-Kut Cutlery Serrated Food Chopper
- Kwik Kut serrated food chopper for mincing and chopping nuts, fruits and vegetables, tenderizing meat, cutting cookies, biscuits, pastries and more
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It is known for its simplicity, with no moving parts, no jar…
…and no extra pieces to keep track of.
When used in a flat-bottomed bowl, you simply push down to chop foods.
You can chop large quantities of food…
…because it’s not contained in a small jar or bowl.
Although a bowl is the best option, a cutting board can also be used.
This is great for chopping nuts, fruits, and vegetables.
In addition to using it for tuna or egg salad, the long handle…
…makes it ideal for chopping cooked greens or similar foods in a pot.
Instead of chopping, you can use it to tenderize…
…meats or cut cookies, biscuits, or pastries.
It is made of rust-proof stainless steel. It is recommended to hand wash.
“Electric choppers can cut up small amounts of produce, while food processors can make purees, doughs, and sauces. Unlike manual choppers, though, electric food choppers can also make salad dressing, mayonnaise, and other emulsified sauces.”
Sara Tane, Food writer and Private Chef
Go on…
KitchenAid KFC3516ER 3.5 Cup Food Chopper
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With a bowl that holds 3.5 cups, this little food processor…
…has many of the features of a full-sized machine.
You can empty the bowl without the blade falling out…
…and there’s a handy spout for dispensing liquids and purees.
By locking the lid, you can operate the machine without having to hold it.
Using pulsing, you can get fine or coarsely chopped food.
By adding oil or other liquid slowly, you can get a creamy texture.
The bowl, blade, and lid are all dishwasher-safe.
Last, but not least…
OXO 1057959 Good Grips Chopper
- Wave-pattern blades rotate evenly, chopping onions, nuts and other ingredients with precision
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This chopper is large and easy to use…
…with measuring marks on the bowl up to 1 cup…
…so you can easily see how much has been chopped.
Additionally, the measurements eliminate the need to pour the chopped food…
…into a separate measuring cup to make sure there’s enough for recipes.
Moreover, the bowl comes with a cover, so foods can be prepared ahead…
…and stored in the same bowl without dirtying extra containers.
It includes a handy spoon for scooping out a little bit of the chopped food.
The blades are shaped in a wave pattern and rotate for even cutting…
…and the non-skid base keeps the chopper from sliding while it’s in use.
The chopping board disassembles easily and can be put in the dishwasher after use.
There is an option to purchase additional bowls with covers…
…for folks who like to do a lot of prepping ahead.
Perhaps you are wondering…
Manitenance
Food choppers, including their blades, bowls, and lids…
…can be cleaned in the dishwasher for the most part.
To maintain the sharpness and integrity of the blade…
…it is probably in your best interests to hand wash…
…instead of using the dishwasher.
Because the blades on these choppers cannot be sharpened…
…it’s important to take good care of them.
If you notice a dulling blade, it’s probably time to replace it.
They should last you a long time, but not forever.
Many brands offer part replacements…
…so check to see if you can just replace the blade before buying a new appliance.
Rinsing the parts in hot soapy water is a great way to remove any remaining residue.
With a bottle brush or toothbrush…
…get into the nooks and crannies around the blade…
…inside the food pressers, and around the tube.
When wiping the base of an electric food processor…
…make sure that the device is cooled down and unplugged.
Never immerse the electronic base in water.
Sum Up!
In general, a top-performing food chopper should be able to chop up…
…whole or large pieces of fresh produce, such as onions, carrots, herbs, or potatoes…
…into uniform pieces (dices or shreds) within a short period of time.
As well as grinding cheese, they should be able to puree soups or sauces…
…make emulsions like mayo, and even knead dough for bread.
Make sure a model has a blade that can be used to slice foods…
…such as tomatoes or cheese, as well.
Conclusion
With its easy pulling action to operate its blades…
…which operate like those on a small food processor…
…the Kuhn Rikon Pull Chop 2 Cup Food Chopper takes the top spot…
…because it is unique among hand choppers.
If you prefer an electric chopper, the Cuisinart Mini Prep Plus Food Processor…
…can not only chop small foods from nuts to apples, but also emulsify salad dressings.
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