knife skills

Use a serrated knife on this

• garnishes

• raw meat

• breads

• vegetables

Do this after cutting lettuce after cutting raw meat

• Dip the knife in sanitizer

• Run the knife through the dishwasher

• Wash and sanitize the knife separately

• Wash the knife with other dishes

Why should you NOT use a dull knife

• Accidental cuts are less likely

• Accidental cuts are more likely

• Requires less pressure to slice vegetables

• Uses less time for sharpening

Why is the hand-claw technique important when cutting?

• Keeps fingers from cramping

• Prevents strain on wrist

• Keeps food sanitary

• Guides food and prevents cuts

This cut resembles a matchstick

• Julienne

• Chiffonade

• Diagonal

• Mince

This cut is used to finely slice leafy vegetables or herbs

• Torunee

• Rondelle

• Shirred

• Chiffonade

Why is it important to cut foods into uniform shapes?

• Improves flavors

• Conserves nutrients

• Ensure that the foods are safe to eat

• Helps cooks food evenly

This technique helps protect your fingers from the knife while cutting

• The claw

• The flat hand

• Spider Web

• Ouch I just cut my finger off

The best way to hold the knife is

• With all five fingers on the handle

• With all five fingers on the blade

• The Claw

• Thumb and pointer finger on the blade, the other three fingers wrapped around the handle

T/F You should put your knife in a sink of hot, soapy water before you dry it and put it away.

• True
• False