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Lame courbe, lame alvéolée, tranchant lisse, tranchant denté : à quoi tout cela peut-il bien servir ? Nos spécialistes de la coutellerie vous dévoilent les informations clef concernant 12 indispensables outils de cuisine Victorinox. Choisir parmi une large gamme de couteaux de cuisine est une chose, mais savoir exactement tout ce qu’ils peuvent faire en est une autre. Certaines de leurs aptitudes pourraient d’ailleurs vous surprendre. Découvrez nos conseils et révélez vos meilleurs talents de chef.
A key investment for any busy kitchen, this hardworking utility knife can handle chopping, dicing and slicing of all kinds. This knife takes on not just fruit and vegetables but can also tackle meat like a pro. From the fine slicing of herbs to carving your roast, the Office Knife is compact yet chef-level capable and is a true all-rounder.
Our tip: Leaving home and setting up your own kitchen for the first time? This is the knife you should start with.
Fillet, rump, sirloin or onglet, whichever cut you choose, our Steak Knife is its ultimate go-to partner. Fitting neatly into the palm of your hand, it gracefully glides against the grain, leaving you to savor the flavor. We offer two types of steak knife: straight edge and wavy edge. True meat connoisseurs prefer the straight edge, so as not to tear the meat. The wavy edge makes the knife more of an allrounder however – it’s also ideal for slicing pizza.
Our tip: The wavy edge blades can handle not only steak and pizza with ease, but also pastries, pies and quiches too.
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Cette lame est parfaite pour le poisson. Longue, fine et légèrement fuselée, elle est assez flexible pour s’attaquer aux innombrables arrêtes avec une admirable agilité. Elle offre ainsi un plat parfaitement découpé pour une présentation superbe dans l’assiette. Nous proposons deux longueurs de lame : 16 et 20 cm. La règle ici est de choisir un couteau qui soit environ 5 cm plus grand que le poisson dont vous souhaitez lever les filets. Ce qui signifie qu’une lame de 16 cm est mieux adaptée à la truite ou au maquereau, tandis qu’une lame de 20 cm se prêtera davantage aux poissons de taille moyenne voire de grande taille comme le saumon ou le poisson-chat.
Notre astuce : La longueur et la souplesse de la lame d’un couteau à fileter en font un excellent outil pour peler les oranges.
La lame alvéolée et la forme droite de la lame du couteau santoku en font un outil de cuisine fiable et polyvalent. Les alvéoles empêchent la nourriture de coller à la lame lors de la coupe, ce qui permet de trancher sans effort la viande, le poisson, les légumes et les fruits. La lame au tranchant lisse est parfaite pour découper, trancher et couper en dés, et s’acquitte de sa tâche avec précision et facilité.
Notre astuce : Nous proposons ce couteau avec une lame avec ou sans alvéoles. Bien que la version sans alvéoles simplifie l’aiguisage sur le long terme, nous recommandons la lame alvéolée pour la facilité et la précision qu’elle procure lors de chaque découpe.
Freshly baked granary bread with salted butter, ciabatta with balsamic and extra virgin olive oil, sourdough rye with ham and cheese: bread has so many delicious guises. So, investing in a knife that knows how to tackle your daily loaf is key. Built to last, our Bread Knives slice adeptly through thick crusts, thanks to the wavy edge blade. For those who need help cutting the perfect slice, the Dux knife has an adjustable guide to help you slice bread or even salami or cucumber.
Our tip: Baked goods are this blade’s domain but try it on a pumpkin and you’ll be in expert hands.
The Carving Knife is another kitchen workhorse which can handle pretty much anything that lands on your cutting board. It’s ideal for more compact joints such as guinea fowl, poussin or duck. For larger cuts of meat, we recommend an extra-wide blade. The longer blades are also ideal for precisely cutting carpaccio, for example. The Carving Knife is also adept at handling all kinds of fruit and vegetables, making it another kitchen must-have. Its ergonomic handle means it’s super easy to use and the straight edge cuts with impressive precision.
Our tip: It may have earned its culinary stripes for carving meat, but this adept blade works just as well on soft fruit and vegetables. Why not try it on a pineapple?
Fusing exceptional balance with a smart structure, this knife is strong and can hit the culinary ground running. It excels at carving larger-scale joints such as rump of beef, shoulder of lamb or turkey thanks to its extra-wide blade, which helps you cut through big pieces of meat with ease. For some restaurant-style theater, use it to carve on a beautiful chopping board centerpiece at the table.
Our tip: The best things don’t always come in small packages. Extra width lends this blade precision and power. If you really want effortless slicing, take the fluted edge version of this blade.
The smallest knife in our kitchen, the Paring Knife is a multitasker that can chop, slice, peel, dice and core. Choose the wavy edge for fruit with soft flesh, such as kiwis or peaches, so you don’t bruise the flesh. The straight edge is good for citrus fruits and pears. Also works well for chopping herbs and preparing garnishes. We offer three blade sizes: 6cm, 8cm and 10cm – enabling you to pick the best blade for the task at hand.
Our tip: The version with the more rounded tip is good for coring apples or cutting out the eyes on potatoes. The pointed tip is ideal for very precise cutting things like fondant icing, so you can take your cake decoration skills to the next level.
This little blade’s success lies in its curvy contours. A super sharp wavy edge enables intricate cuts on the finest surfaces. Slice tomatoes without squashing their delicate centers. Chop chipolatas, salami and specialty sausages without ruining their neat, precise form. You’ll wonder how you lived without it.
Our tip: The wavy edge of this blade is also ideal for spreading butter or jam onto freshly baked bread.
Chez Victorinox, nous sommes les spécialistes des outils multifonctions et notre couteau à pain et pour pâtissiers est un expert dans ce domaine. Non seulement la lame au tranchant denté coupe le pain, les gâteaux et les pâtisseries avec une facilité déconcertante, mais elle peut également être utilisée comme une spatule pour étaler de la crème au beurre ou un glaçage sur vos gâteaux. Son principal atout reste la forme spéciale de la lame qui suit naturellement le mouvement de la main dans la découpe et permet de trancher plus facilement. Nous proposons également une version plus longue, de 26 cm, conçue spécifiquement pour les pâtisseries et gâteaux de grandes tailles.
Notre astuce : Parfaitement à l’aise avec les desserts, il est aussi efficace avec le pain et les fruits et légumes à peau ferme comme la pastèque.
Slice your salmon like a professional with this knife designed exclusively for the task. Filleting slices of the delicate fish is easy work thanks to this knife’s thin, flexible blade. The fluted edge of the Salmon Knife prevents the meat from tearing or sticking to the blade – ensuring that you have the perfect slice, every time. Your only problem will be keeping up with the demand for more.
Our tip: This knife’s long, thin, flexible blade with its fluted edge also makes it ideal for ham or anything else you’d cut with a slicing knife.
Make your next gathering memorable with food that looks too good to eat. The Shaping Knife is the ideal tool for creating garnishes that give your spread some added panache. The thin, curved “Bird’s Beak” blade and ergonomic handle provide the control you need to create intricate designs, whether you’re carving radish roses for the vegetable platter or slicing strawberry fans for brunch. Turn your meal into an event.
Our tip: This knife’s thin, sharp blade is also perfect for cleaning and peeling mushrooms.
Which other things do I need to consider when I’m choosing a kitchen knife?
Stamped or forged blade? Wood or synthetic handle? How does the handle need to feel in my hand and what do all the different blades do? We take you through all your options.
Is my knife still sharp enough? What’s the difference between sharpening and honing a blade? How do I sharpen my knife and which tool should I use? Our experts give you all the answers you need to keep your blades cutting perfectly.
Can I put my knives in the dishwasher? How should I dry and store them? And what kind of cutting board is best? Maintenance tips from Victorinox specialists will make sure your knives last as long as you need them.
