Cooking Lessons Knife Skills and Cuts 2

Question 1

What are the approximate dimensions of a brunoise cut?

Accepted Answer

1/8 inch cubes

Answer

A brunoise is a fine dice of about 1/8 inch (3mm) cubes, typically made by dicing a julienne.

Question 2

Which knife cut produces long, thin matchstick-shaped pieces about 1/8 inch thick and 2 inches long?

Accepted Answer

Julienne

Answer

Julienne produces matchstick-sized strips roughly 1/8 x 1/8 x 2 inches.

Question 3

The chiffonade technique is used primarily for which type of ingredient?

Accepted Answer

Leafy herbs and greens

Answer

Chiffonade means rolling leafy herbs or greens like basil into a cylinder and slicing them into thin ribbons.

Question 4

Which grip gives the most control when using a chef's knife?

Accepted Answer

Pinch grip on the blade near the bolster

Answer

Pinching the blade between thumb and forefinger just ahead of the handle offers the best balance and control.

Question 5

What is the purpose of the 'claw' hand position on the guiding hand?

Accepted Answer

To protect fingertips by tucking them behind the knuckles

Answer

Curling the fingertips under so the knuckles guide the blade keeps fingertips away from the cutting edge.

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