Know your KnivesEACH KNIFE HAS A PURPOSE! There are different types of kitchen knives, for different purposes, Do you know which one is right for the task you're going to perform? If you decide that the following information is important to you and want to keep it, download the Infographic "Kitchen Knives - Essential Guide" here. Paring Knife It’s a utility knife. Ideal for tasks that require more precision such as carving fruits and vegetables or as simple as peeling or cutting. _ Blade length: 7-10 cm (3-4’’).
Boning knife With narrow and pointed blade this knife ensures a great control and precision to separate the meat from the bone. Also perfect in operations such as removing fats and tendons. _ Blade length: 13-15 cm (5-6’’).
Utility knife Similar to the vegetable knife in its tasks, but with a larger blade. Is the right one to prepare and cut larger fruits and vegetables. _ Blade length: 12-19 cm (4-7’’).
Chef's knife Suitable for crushing garlic, to chop, cut and slice all kinds of food, such as fruits, vegetables and meats. If you could only have one knife this is the wright choice! _ Blade length: 15-30 cm (6-12’’).
Santoku knife It’s a japanese multipurpose knife. “Santoku” means “3 virtues” that refers to its main tasks: cut, chop and slice. _ Blade length: 14-18 cm (5-7’’).
Bread Knife Suitable for slicing bread due to its serrated edge that easily penetrates through the crust. It is also ideal for slicing cakes, without kneading them. _ Blade length: 20-25 cm (8-10’’).
Carving Knife With thin and long blade is used to carve out roasts, barbecues or cold meats in the kitchen or at the table. _ Blade length: 20-25 cm (8-10’’).
Cleaver It's your kitchen axe. Indispensable on the most difficult tasks such as breaking bones and cutting cartilage. _ Blade length: 12-20 cm (4-8’’).
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Kitchen Knives Infographic Essential Guide
