Knife Cuts
What does chop mean?
Which type of knife is safer? Dull or sharp?
Sharp
What is the spine of the knife and what is it used for?
The dull unsharpened part along the back of the blade. You can place your hand on top to apply more pressure when cutting.
What is the Heel of the knife and what do you use it for?
It's the back end of the knife near the handle
You use it when cutting tough items that need more force
What is the first step you should do with a vegetable when cutting?
Square it off
What should you NEVER do with a falling knife?
Try to catch it
What is the bolster of the knife and what is it for?
The bolster is the thick band of metal where the blade meets the handle
Provides balance and protects your hand
Which knife cut would you use for carrots in a salad and why?
Julienne because it is a thinner matchstick cut so it is easy to eat and looks appealing
What are the dimensions of a Batonnet Cut?
1/4 inch by 1/4 inch by 2 inches
How do you hold a knife when walking through the kitchen?
What is the tip of the knife and what is it used for?
The top third of the knife including the point
Used for fine detail cuts
Which knife cut would you use for potatoes in a stew and why?
Cube because it creates longer cuts which won't break down over a long cooking time.
What are the dimensions of a Julienne cut?
1/8 inch by 1/8 inch by 2 inches
What is the correct way to pass a knife to someone?
Set it down on a solid clear surface for them to pick up.
What are the rivets in the knife and what are they for?
The small metal circles used for fastening the handle to the tang
Which knife cut would you use for onions in a sauce on a steak?
Brunoise because they would be tiny, easier to eat, cook down quickly, and look more appealing.
What are the dimensions of a Brunoise?
1/8 inch by 1/8 inch by 1/8 inch
How do you properly clean a knife?
Never leave the knife unattended at any point until it is in it's proper storage place.
What is the tang of the knife and why is a full tang better?
The metal part of the blade that extends into the handle.
A full tang knife has the best balance and strength
Describe a Chiffonade cut
You roll herbs into a tight roll before slicing across it to form thin ribbons