Mastering Knife Skills: Mince, Dice, and Chop
Learn the essential knife skills of mincing, dicing, and chopping to elevate your cooking game.
Notes
Consistent sizing ensures even cooking, and proper technique prevents accidents.
Steps
- 1 Start with a sharp knife and a stable cutting board.
- 2 For mincing, finely chop herbs or garlic into tiny pieces with a rocking motion.
- 3 To dice, cut vegetables into uniform slices, stack them, and slice into small cubes.
- 4 For chopping, use a gentle rocking motion to cut ingredients into coarse, uneven pieces.
- 5 Always keep your fingers tucked and use a claw grip for safety.
- 6 Practice on softer ingredients like herbs before moving to harder vegetables.
- 7 Maintain even sizes for consistent cooking times.
- 8 Clean your knife and cutting board immediately after use.
Ingredients to explore
00 Pizza Flour
00 pizza flour is a finely milled Italian flour prized for its versatility in creating authentic Neapolitan-style pizza crusts. Originating from Italy, it is milled to a very fine consistency, which is reflected in its name, 'doppio zero,' indicating its fine grind. This flour has a balanced flavor profile, offering a mild, slightly sweet taste with a subtle nuttiness. Its texture is silky and smooth, contributing to a tender yet chewy crust when used in pizza making. In cooking, 00 pizza flour is known for its ability to hydrate quickly and develop a desirable gluten structure, resulting in a light and airy crust that can withstand high-heat cooking without becoming overly crispy or hard.
Active Dry Yeast
A fine, granulated leavening agent that brings baked goods to life with its gentle fermentation magic.
Recipes to try
Sweet Potato, Sausage, and Egg Breakfast Hash
Rustic and hearty, this breakfast hash is a symphony of smoky sausage, tender sweet potatoes, and perfectly cooked eggs.
Sausage, Kale, and White Bean Orzo Soup
This hearty soup is a cozy hug in a bowl, brimming with smoky sausage, tender kale, and creamy white beans in a savory broth.