Paring and Garnishing Knife, 12-Piece Set

A paring knife is a small knife with a plain edge blade that is ideal for peeling and other small or intricate work, such as deveining a shrimp, removing the seeds from a jalapeño, or 'skinning' and cutting small garnishes. Designed to be an all-purpose knife similar to a chef's knife, but smaller, paring knives are usually between 6 and 10 cm (2.5 and 4 inches) long.

Whether it's dicing an onion or breaking down a chicken, many kitchen tasks can be accomplished with a chef's knife. However, there are some jobs that require a smaller, more delicate tool. For mincing smaller alliums like shallots, cutting up small fruits, and trimming vegetables, a paring knife is frequently a better choice. Pretty much any task that would feel overly clumsy with a large chef's knife is well suited to a paring knife. Because paring knives are so small, they also allow for different grips and cutting methods. You can work on a board if you're mincing a shallot, but you can also cut "grandma-style" by holding the knife and food aloft and letting the trimmings or pieces fall into whatever vessel is below them.

Paring knives are also useful for peeling onions and garlic, as their small size allows them to slide under the dry skin and pry it free more effectively than stubby fingers alone. On top of that, they lend themselves to odd jobs in the kitchen. Not sure if your cake is done in the center and you can't find a cake tester? Need to test the tenderness of a roasted beet? A paring knife works in a pinch in both cases, being small and narrow enough to not leave behind any obvious signs that it's been inserted into the food.

This set includes 12 sharp stainless steel paring knives, each with a 3-inch blade and a 3.5-inch contoured, ergonomic handle in a beautiful bright green color. These multipurpose paring knives are designed for garnishing, mincing, peeling, coring, slicing, and dicing, with a razor-sharp, laser-tested, tapered knife edge that is ground to form an exacting angle to hold a sharp edge longer and ensure maximum cutting performance and durability. The textured, contoured handle is dishwasher safe and highly durable, ergonomically designed for a non-slip grip. The short, flexible 3-inch blade provides enhanced accuracy and precision, made of rust-free stainless steel, making this paring knife optimally built for jobs where control is essential.

Essential in every kitchen, these paring knives are ideal for trimming, peeling, and slicing fresh produce, as well as being versatile enough for bigger jobs.

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