LOS CUCHILLOS DE COCINA ADECUADOS PARA CADA TRABAJO
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Nuestros expertos te ayudan a elegir los mejores cuchillos de cocina
Hojas curvas y con alvéolos, filos rectos y aserrados: ¿para qué son exactamente? Nuestros especialistas en cuchillos te cuentan lo último sobre 12 diferentes herramientas esenciales de cocina Victorinox. Porque una cosa es ser capaz de elegir entre una amplia gama de cuchillos de cocina, pero otra muy diferente es saber exactamente lo que todos pueden hacer, y algunas cosas pueden sorprenderte. Mira nuestros consejos y aprovecha al máximo tus habilidades de chef.
Este laborioso cuchillo para uso general es una inversión clave para cualquier cocina ajetreada ya que puede picar, rebanar y cortar en dados. Este cuchillo se enfrenta no solo a frutas y verduras, sino que también se encarga de la carne como un profesional. Desde el fino rebanado de hierbas hasta el trinchado de carne, el cuchillo de cocina pequeño es compacto pero habilidoso como un chef, y es un verdadero maestro de la versatilidad.
Nuestro consejo: ¿Te vas de tu hogar y estás preparando tu propia cocina por primera vez? Este es el cuchillo con el que tienes que empezar.
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.
Esta hoja es excepcionalmente precisa para el pescado. Con un cuerpo alargado, angosto y levemente en punta, es lo suficientemente flexible para sortear una gran cantidad de espinas con una agilidad excepcional. El resultado es un plato sin espinas, perfectamente fileteado, con una presentación hermosa. Ofrecemos dos tamaños de hoja: de 16 cm y de 20 cm. Aquí, la regla es elegir un cuchillo que sea aproximadamente 5 cm más grande que el pescado que fileteas. Esto significa que la hoja de 16 cm es más apta para pescados como trucha o caballa, mientras que la hoja de 20 cm es ideal para pescados medianos o grandes como el salmón o el bagre.
Nuestro consejo: La longitud y la hoja flexible de un cuchillo para filetear también lo convierten en una opción excelente para pelar naranjas.
El filo con alvéolos y la hoja más recta hacen del cuchillo Santoku un confiable utensilio versátil para la cocina. Los alvéolos garantizan que la comida no se pegue a la hoja cuando cortas, y eso hace que rebanar carne, pescado, verdura o hasta fruta sea fácil. La hoja con filo recto es apta para picar, rebanar y cortar en dados, lo que te ayuda a cortar con mayor precisión y facilidad.
Nuestro consejo: Ofrecemos este cuchillo tanto con filo con alvéolos como sin ellos. Si bien la hoja sin alvéolos puede facilitar el afilado a largo plazo, recomendamos el filo con alvéolos por la facilidad y precisión que aporta a cualquier tarea de rebanado.
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El pan con semillas recién horneado con mantequilla salada, pan chapata con vinagre balsámico y aceite de oliva extra virgen, pan de centeno agrio con jamón y queso: el pan tiene tantas versiones deliciosas. Por ello, es esencial invertir en un cuchillo que sepa cómo encargarse de tus piezas de pan diarias. Fabricados para durar, nuestros cuchillos para pan rebanan hábilmente y atraviesan las cortezas más gruesas, gracias a sus hojas con filo dentado. Para los que necesitan ayuda para cortar la rebanada perfecta, el cuchillo DUX tiene una guía ajustable que te ayudará a rebanar pan, o incluso salami o pepino.
Nuestro consejo: Los alimentos horneados son la especialidad de esta hoja, pero pruébala en una calabaza y quedarás en manos expertas.
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.
Since our expertise at Victorinox is tool combination, our Bread and Pastry Knife has been designed to take care of all your baked-goods-related jobs in the kitchen. Not only can the wavy edge blade cut bread, cakes and pastries with ease, it can also function as a spatula to spread buttercream or icing onto your baked delights. A great advantage is the special shape of the blade, which naturally follows your hand movement as you cut and makes every cutting task easier. We also offer a longer, 26 cm version which is designed specifically for tackling larger pastries or cakes.
Our tip: So, at home in the pastry kitchen, it’s equally as skilled at handling bread and harder-skinned fruits or vegetables like watermelon.
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.
