By Bornika Das
August 30, 2023
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When it comes to culinary expertise, one of the skills that should come handy is knife skills. Efficient and safe cutting techniques not only enhance your cooking experience but also contribute to better results in the kitchen. Tap to read the 7 essential techniques to help you elevate your knife skills.
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Hold the handle firmly with your dominant hand, ensuring a relaxed grip that allows for precise movements. Your other hand should rest on the food item you're cutting, acting as a guide.
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Start by placing the tip of your knife on the cutting board and press down while simultaneously moving the handle up and down. This back-and-forth rocking motion enables you to dice or mince ingredients quickly and evenly.
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Start by gripping the knife handle and placing the blade near the edge of the food item. With a gentle forward motion, apply a consistent pressure to slice through the ingredient smoothly. It is perfect for cutting meat, fish and even bread.
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Begin by holding the handle firmly and positioning the blade parallel to the cutting board. Use a swift downward motion to cut through the ingredient, lifting the blade slightly before the next chop.
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Start by cutting the ingredient into evenly sized rectangles or squares. Then, stack the pieces and make thin, lengthwise cuts to create the desired julienne strips.
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Stack the leaves on top of one another and gently roll them into a tight cylinder. With a sharp knife, make thin crosswise cuts along the rolled leaves, producing delicate ribbons.
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Hold the knife handle between your thumb and index finger, allowing the blade to extend beyond your hand.
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