Norpro Deluxe Bean Frencher Clamp-On Bean Cutter — Silver Aluminum, 1.25" Hopper, Stainless Blade

The Norpro Deluxe Bean Frencher is a clamp-on, manual cutter that quickly turns whole string beans into uniform French-style slivers for faster, even cooking.

Compact yet robust, this countertop tool mounts securely to surfaces up to 1.25 inches thick and uses a hand crank to draw beans through a stainless-steel rotary blade. It’s built from cast aluminum for long service and a 1.25-inch feeding hopper lets you process several beans at once, making it suitable for weekly meal prep or seasonal preservation projects.

How does the Bean Frencher speed up kitchen prep?

Instead of trimming and slicing by hand, you feed whole beans into the hopper and rotate the crank to produce dozens of consistent French-cut pieces in a short time. The continuous rotary action reduces hands-on slicing and delivers uniform results for even cooking.

• Feeding chute width: 1.25 inches (3.2 cm) for multiple beans per pass
• Rotary stainless-steel blades for quick, clean cuts
• Manual crank gives controlled, steady slicing without power

Will it hold steady while I crank it?

The unit features an integrated screw clamp that fastens to counters, tables, or islands up to 1.25" thick, minimizing movement during use. The cast aluminum body provides a solid base so you can turn the handle with minimal wobble.

• Clamp capacity: up to 1.25 inches (3.2 cm) thick surfaces
• Cast aluminum construction for rigidity and durability
• Compact footprint (approximately 3.5" cube) for stable mounting

What kind of cut and quality should I expect?

The machine creates thin, lengthwise French-style slivers that cook quickly and evenly, preserving texture in sautés, casseroles, and canning. Stainless-steel rotary blades slice rather than crush, helping retain the beans’ shape and avoiding mushy results.

• Produces delicate, uniform French-cut strips
• Stainless-steel blades resist corrosion and keep a sharp edge
• Minimal bruising compared with manual chopping

How do I care for and store the Frencher?

The compact dimensions let it tuck into a drawer or cabinet when not in use, and simple construction means cleaning is quick—hand washing is recommended to protect the machine’s finish and blades. Occasional blade inspection and drying after washing will extend service life.

• Dimensions: about 3.5" x 3.5" x 3.5" (9 x 9 x 9 cm)
• Hand wash recommended; dry thoroughly to prevent spotting
• Store in a drawer or cupboard for out-of-the-way convenience

Who is this for? Home cooks who regularly prepare green beans, gardeners who process harvests, and anyone who values small appliances that simplify prep will appreciate the Norpro Deluxe Bean Frencher. It’s especially helpful for people who want uniform cuts without electricity, need a durable countertop tool for seasonal batch work, or prefer a compact device that stores easily between uses.