equipment$14–40used in 1 side quest
Mandoline slicer
A blade platform that shaves vegetables into uniform thin slices or shreds. Consistent thickness means even fermentation—hand-cutting produces pieces that finish at different rates.
What to look for
- 1Adjustable thickness settings (usually 1-5mm range)
- 2Hand guard that protects fingers during the final inches
- 3Stainless steel blade that can be sharpened or replaced
- 4Non-slip base or feet that grip countertops
Skip
- Models without hand guards—mandoline injuries are severe
- All-plastic blade attachments that dull immediately
- Complicated setups requiring assembly each use
Used for: Shredding cabbage for sauerkraut · Slicing vegetables for kimchi · Creating uniform cuts for even fermentation · Meal prep requiring consistent thickness
Side quests that use it
Pick the adventure first; the gear follows.
