How do I pick the right chef’s knife?
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How do I pick the right chef’s knife?
You can check the answer of the people under the question at Quora “how to pick a chef knife“
About Rose
Knife and technique go together.
So, decide which technique you want to learn, then pick the right knife for it.
Also, it depends on how much sharpening you are willing to do.
From more work / less sharpening to less work / more sharpening:
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First off, don’t be tempted to go overboard and buy something really expensive. There are a lot of very sexy knives out there at premium prices. Decide on the price range that suits your pocketbook before you walk into the kitchen supply store, and stick to it.
You can get a decent starter knife from a reputable company for about $60 – $70 bucks. The best way to choose a knife is to try a few out, and see how they feel in your hand. Some people like a bolster that protects their fingers from the back of the blade, some prefer a slimmer handle. Even if all you are looking at are classic French chef’s knives, different companies make blades with different shapes. You may find you prefer one shape over another, based on the way you handle the knife. There isn’t really one that is better than the others, it’s down to individual preference.
What you want is something that feels comfortable in your hand, that is balanced, so you don’t get tired using it for a couple of hours, and suits your pocketbook. You don’t need to spend a fortune to get a decent knife made with good steel that will take and keep an edge, and you can always upgrade if you decide you want something better down the line.
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Try them out. Go to your friends’ houses and use theirs, or if there’s a cooking class in your area call and ask if they have knives you can try out if you sign up. Mainly it’s not a big deal. Anything from 7″ to 10″ long will do 99% of what a chef knife should. I prefer a santoku style myself, but a classic european chef knife is also a fine choice. Just find something from a reputable maker that fits your hand well. Don’t try to save too much money by buying some new “wonder knife” on TV. A quality maker can be important. The reason I say this is because a couple years ago, when the scales (handle material) on my Wusthof started to crack, I sent it back to them with a note explaining I’d always hand washed it and this shouldn’t happen. They sent me a new one and an apology. A quality knife from an established and respected company will probably be cheaper in the long run.
My choice.
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It sepends on many factors, like type of meals and,ingredients. But also steel quality, feel of the blade play into it too. Look up what people reccomend for your usage, and price range. While walmart sells “chef” “knives” they are far from even being decent. Also learn about care and maintained.
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To get a “good chef’s knife”, you spend one hundred dollars (or more) on a set like this:
Then you learn how to steel them and keep the blades in a wooden block.
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Choose one that you can “try out” in a store. The handle needs to fit your hand. The length, weight and balance should feel right. The knife should be NSF certified. Until you are experienced, start with a known brand – Wustoff, Henckels (not International), Victorinox etc.
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Get a Chinese chef’s knife [1] or a meat cleaver [2] if you’re on a tight budget.
Why? We Chinese use these knives for everything. From chopping vegetables to separating meat from bones, these knives are the jack-of-all knives. I often use the cleaver to chop chocolate into pieces. You can even …
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A knife should have balance, balance it on your finger from its center & check whether its balancing or not. You should choose your knife depending upon your comfort, for me i prefer a knife with good handle & broad blade should be of 6inches lengthwise, not too long not too short, perfectly fits in my palm.
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