A tomato knife is a small knife with a blade usually between 10 and 15 cm long. It is specially designed to cut tomatoes into thin, even slices, for a clean, aesthetic finish. Traditional kitchen knives are not always suitable for cutting food that is tough on the outside and soft on the inside. They tend to crush the tomato if not perfectly sharpened.
The tomato knife, on the other hand, has a saw-toothed blade. This fine serration enables it to penetrate the skin and flesh of the tomato without exerting strong pressure on its surface. The teeth do the work, with a sawing motion.
Initially designed for slicing tomatoes, this small knife is used by amateurs and professionals alike to cut all soft or overripe fruits and vegetables. They can even be used to cut small meats.
They offer a good balance of weight between blade and handle for easy, comfortable handling. Some models feature a curved blade to best fit the rounded shape of vegetables. What's more, the tip of a tomato knife can end in a fork to prick and move food after cutting.
This small, handy and very sharp knife is ideal for :
- slicing tomatoes into even, intact slices
- slicing soft fruits and vegetables
- Cut small pieces of meat or sausage
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