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How to Use A Chef's Knife

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Alternate Claw Grip
Alternate Claw Grip

Alternate Claw Grip

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Alternate Claw Grip

In this modified version of the claw grip, the first knuckle of the guiding hand rests flat on the food product, with the fingers again curled inward safely. And this time the knife rests against the second knuckle rather than the first.

Each of these claw grips is acceptable, so use whichever one you feel comfortable with.

Whenever you're ready, check out this basic tutorial on How to Chop an Onion.

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