The majority of a knife’s price comes from the quality of its blade. That goes for both the materials used, and the processes by which they’re turned into sharp and durable tools. This is mainly a concern in commercial settings, not home ones. At home, it’s easy to wash your knife and cutting board between ingredients.
As the bamboo block is small, it won’t take up unnecessary space on your countertop. If and when you have these knives resharpened, make sure you use a sharpener designed for Asian knives or bring them to a pro who’s familiar with them. In addition to considering how comfortable the knives felt in the hand and how well they cut, we considered what pieces were included in the set. Our picks contain a selection of knives that we think you will use often in everyday cooking. And while a full explanation of every type of kitchen knife is outside the scope of this article, I can direct you to my article on essential types of kitchen knives for the at-home chef. There, I explain the design and function of 19 different knives, with examples of how they’re used.
That’s because a paring knife requires delicate movements, and even a small slip can lead to nicked fingers. The textured grip from the Graphix series helps keep this paring knife firmly in your grip. Cuisinart made a name for themselves starting in 1971, with the introduction of their home use electric food processor. Now, nearly 50 years on, they’ve branched out into every area of kitchen tools and appliances, including cutlery. Most household knives are made from stainless steel, which is rust-resistant and durable.
Once you’re well practiced with your knife skills, consider upgrading to a higher end brand. Use the Right Tool for the Task With a wide variety of knives, this set is useful for many different types of prep work. The Chef’s Knife is ideal for chopping, slicing and dicing vegetables when you’re making soups, stews, stir-fried vegetables and mirepoix for sauces.
French knives have a straighter edge, which is better for slicing. A good knife should feel like an extension of your hand. It should be comfortable to grip and easy to control. Neither the handle nor the blade should feel exceptionally heavier than the other.
Remember to sharpen your knives regularly for the best results. Damascus knives are made with pattern welded steel. Some also have other metals mixed in with the steel, like nickel and cobalt. Look for the DWYM seal for products that are the best in the category. I’ve had mine for quite some time and haven’t sharpened them yet but they are starting to go dull. I find that they have a good grip and are less slippery than other knives.
You can collect these items one at a time, but the most cost effective way is to buy a whole set. Complete Your Kitchenware Collection Cooking from scratch is easier and more enjoyable when you have the essential tools. This comprehensive cutlery set provides all the knives you need for slicing, dicing and mincing almost any ingredient – for gotham steel cookware sets preparing so many kinds of recipes. Also included are eight steak knives and a wooden storage block that keeps the knives organized and will look great on your kitchen counter. With six stainless steel knives in the set, you’ll be good to go for all of your cooking adventures, especially since their ceramic coating makes them nonstick.
Thanks to individual colors, you will never face cross-contamination when you use these knives. The knives also come with durable blade guards that match the color of the knife and protects them from rust, dents, and scratches. This Shun set give you the very best in Asian knives. Crafted by hand in Japan, they’re forged of Damascus steel gotham steel cookware sets which is created by welding together different alloys and folding them into layers. The process leaves a beautiful swirled pattern on the blades and also gives them durability and keeps them sharp. You’ll notice the blades are highly polished and super smooth and carrots and potatoes fall away from the blades rather than stick to them.
That’s because of the small air pockets that are created, making for smoother and easier cuts. This is especially nice for the all-purpose Artisan utility knife, which makes a great backup to your chef’s knife. I can’t say for sure, I don’t usually cut my sweet potatoes. I usually bake them in a 460 degree oven wrapped in aluminum foil until they get on the soft side and start to put out that nice sweet sticky “juice”. 😉 I can say these are sharper than anything else in my drawer, but I am not one to spend big bucks on knives.