Knife Skills: Cutting Techniques

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ELLICSR Wellness Chef Geremy Capone shows two basic cutting techniques that will help make cooking preparation safer and easier. For these cutting techniques we will use the classic chef’s knife. This all purposed knife is one that you will use for most of your cooking preparation.

Before starting, make sure that your cutting board is stable by placing a damp cloth underneath the cutting board. This will help secure the board in place making cutting ingredients a lot safer.
Next, make sure that any larger, round ingredients aren’t rolling around on the cutting board while you try to cut them. Slice of a small piece off one side of the ingredient to create a flat edge. This will secure the ingredient and make it safer to cut.

The first cutting technique is called the Cross Chop. Hold the knife using the your thumb and index finger, and pinch the part of the blade where it meets the handle. Wrap the rest of your fingers comfortably around the handle. With your other hand flat on top of the knife, use it to guide your rocking motion of the ingredients. This cutting technique works great for herbs and smaller ingredients. It is a very safe technique as your fingers are off the cutting board.

The next cutting technique is called the Rock Chop. Grip the knife the same way by pinching the part of the blade where it meets the handle using your thumb and index finger. And then wrap the rest of your fingers comfortable around the handle. For this technique use a rocking motion with the knife, and use your other hand to hold the ingredient. For the hand that is holding the ingredient, start by pointing your fingertips towards the blade, and then curl them into a claw, tucking your thumb in behind your fingers. Slowly rock the knife, gliding the blade slightly beside your knuckles, but never lifting them higher. You can then use that thumb in the back to slowly push the ingredient forward into the cutting motion of the knife.

The only way to get better is by practicing and make sure to always keep your fingers tucked away from the blade to prevent injury. Start slow and in no time you’ll feel much more comfortable and confident in the kitchen.

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Disclaimer: These materials are to be used for informational purposes only. They do not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your health care provider for advice about your health and medical condition.
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This was excellent :) Thank you for creating such a clear presentation with great visuals and advice!

ShelleyChapman
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I googled how to cut straight and this was the first thing that popped up, thank you for saving my thumb😂

leathompson
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It's 2020 and I'm here looking at videos about chopping carrots. What a start to the year!

freeform
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Best video yet in regards to safety and technique!! Thanks! I learned much from this 4 min vid!

richardjordan
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Much better quality of vid! Thank you 🙏

garypostell
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Great video for beginning cooks. I love your beautiful fingers/hands.

MiTmite
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would definitely trust chef tom cruise!

jinjerald
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One more piece of advice from a person that sharpens blades. When you have a pile of items cut on the board and you need to slide them to the side to clear space on the board, or slide them onto a plate or bowl. Do not do this with the blade side down. Flip the blade and slide the spine across the cutting board to avoid damaging the fine cutting edge.

Troy-Echo
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This was sincerely helpful, thanks a lot 🙏🏼

SagarSharma-tupb
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I gave you a thumbs up, because you are a good teacher for people who want to learn basics, but very important facts about how to handle a knife in a kitchen. May I add to it.. Always having and maintaining a Sharp knife is important for your Safety Believe it or not all these techniques would not work without one . So keep that in mind 🤔☺️

jayjaylanka
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Very nicely explained….
Thank you Chef ❤🎉🎉🎉

universal
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Great and useful knife chop-chop techniques. Thank you.

dfoolonthehill
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Cool! Cut like a professional chef with the help of these amazing tips.

Zigoeight
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So lovely i always wanted to learn how to cut like those chefs i see in cooking show, fast and elegant .thank you .☺

yousraadly
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Wow I learned a lot. Thanks Kyle Korver!!!

gilfordjyrexvillanueva
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GREAT VIDEO - Thank you very much - and god bless you

ThePumpGuys
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thank u sir for uploading this excellent video

saeedahassan
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I never use a damp cloth for that, specially with my wooden cutting board, I use a silicone baking mat and that works fantastic.

SimplySergMX_arts
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Thanks for the tips! I have cut for years and I still learned something new!

nancyegan
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Thank you so much chife nice video and useful information

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