Knife Skills

Front

Use a serrated knife on this: garnishes, raw meat, breads, vegetables

Back

breads

Front

The bolster of the knife:

Back

The part of the blade that continues into the knife's handle

Front

Use this to cut fruit like an apple.

Back

Paring

Front

Do this after cutting lettuce after cutting raw meat: Wash and sanitize the knife separately

Back

Wash and sanitize the knife separately

Front

Why should you NOT use a dull knife?

Back

Accidental cuts are more likely.

Front

Why is the hand-claw technique important when cutting?

Back

Guides food and prevents cuts

Front

1/8 x 1/8 x 1/8 cuts that are very small and not equal pieces

Back

Mince

Front

An elongate slice is a result of what cut?

Back

diagonal

Front

This cut resembles a matchstick

Back

Julienne

Front

This cut is used to finely slice leafy vegetables or herbs

Back

Chiffonade