Not at all! While it makes paper-thin prosciutto and perfect turkey slices effortlessly, a home slicer handles far more than deli meat:
- Artisanal Breads: Slice crusty sourdough into uniform pieces without crushing the soft center.
- Firm Cheeses: Get perfect, paper-thin ribbons of Gruyère or cheddar for melting or charcuterie boards.
- Produce: Prep thin eggplant slices for a vegetable lasagna, uniform potato rounds for homemade chips or gratin, and cabbage for slaw.
- Raw Meats: Slice partially frozen beef chuck or pork belly razor-thin for hot pot, phở, bulgogi, or homemade jerky, or buy whole cuts of porterhouse and prep 2.8cm thick steaks.