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How to Prepare Different Types of Cut Vegetables



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You will often use the julienne when making a salad, or any other dish that requires similar-thickness vegetables. To prepare this type cut, simply slice each vegetable into thin strips. Then stack them one over the other. Juliennes are great for leafy vegetables. The process involves rolling the leaves in a tube and cutting them into thin strips. Finally, stack them.

Brunoise

The brunoise slice is a versatile option to julienne when preparing vegetables in restaurants. This technique allows the vegetables can be cut into three-inch cubes. This is especially useful when cutting vegetables such as potatoes into 3mm cubes. These are some tips for those who aren't sure how to do it.

Chiffonade

Chiffonade (French cooking technique) is where thin strips made from leafy vegetables or larger herbs can be cut so that they resemble a sliver. Although the term "chiffonade" means "in-rags", it is much more elegant than rags. It can also be made from various green thin leafy vegetables like spinach, sorrel, and even radicchio.


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Oblique

Chopping and slicing vegetables is a basic process that is relatively easy. How do you ensure they cook evenly and evenly? Cutting in an oblique way ensures that more of the vegetable surface area is exposed to heat. This can be referred to as a roll cutting. It will allow you make pieces with similar size and shape while not being uniformly small. To learn how to do it, read on to discover how to make an oblique cut in your own kitchen.

Paysanne

If you see a Paysanne demonstration, you'll be intrigued to give it another try. This method uses a miniature stick to cut vegetables into butter-like pieces. The demonstration was done with a daikon radish. However, if you prefer a more sophisticated cut, use a chef's knife. The blade should always be razor-sharp.


Oblique cut

If you love to cook, and you're looking for a new way to add variety to your vegetable collection, the oblique cutting technique is for you. It is a simple method that ensures vegetables cook evenly and uniformly. Oblique cuts are also called roll cuts. They are simple to master. These cuts are good for stir-frying and roasting.


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Julienne

You will need to first peel the vegetables and then wash them in order to julienne them. Cut them lengthwise into strips, approximately 0.3-to-1.5 cm wide. Next, stack multiple strips on top each other to form matchstick-like strips. The best thing about juliet vegetables is that they can be stir-fried and used in almost any recipe. You can julienne most vegetables, including potatoes, cucumbers and peppers.


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How to Prepare Different Types of Cut Vegetables