Chiffonade
Beginner Knife skills
Chiffonade is cutting leafy herbs or greens into thin ribbons.
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How do you do it?
- Stack the leaves, roll them up tightly like a cigar, and slice thinly across the roll.
Why does it work?
One sharp cut per ribbon bruises the leaves less than chopping, so basil stays green.
What are the common mistakes?
- Chopping basil until it blackens.
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