We spoke to a chef for simple, step-by-step instructions on how to hold a knife.
But whether youre a novice cook or a professional chef, knives can be intimidating.
We pulled together these simple step-by-step expert knife skills youll want to commit to memory.
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I promise youll have zero intimidation (plus 10 fingers) at the startandfinish.
Step 3: Use your thumb and index finger to clasp the blade on the left and right.
The reason we hold the blade here is because this is the balance point of the knife.
The “Claw Grip”
Dont be intimidated by the name.
Nothing is clawing at you!
Simply use your free hand (i.e.
Now, the knife is close against your fingers so that the blade lightly touches them when cutting.
Nothing sticks to its blade, so the work goes quick and easy.
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