Shredding knives, as you can guess from the name, are devices that are designed to easily and quickly chop even a large number of cabbage heads. This is achieved by the convenient arrangement of the blades. Such shredders are indispensable when preparing for the winter. But they can also be used to prepare salads, cabbage soup or other dishes.
Of course, you can cut cabbage in the kitchen in the usual way, but it is not a fact that all its taste qualities will be preserved. Shredding devices allow you to do this, and the fibers will be thin and even.
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Types of knives for cabbage
There are many types of shredders to help housewives. Each of them has its own characteristics and is used depending on the purpose for which vegetables are chopped.
Classic
Classic and familiar to everyone devices are shredding machines. They are designed on the principle of blades built into the base.
Their main types.
- The simplest and oldest device is a simple board with built-in cutters, which you need to hold when using. Others have a box, which is located on a wooden base, and where vegetables are placed. The blades can be changed manually if desired, or their location can be changed. Unlike a plastic grater, a wooden base board does not slide on the table. With such a simple device, you can chop a large number of vegetables.
- Plastic grater with blades. This is a more modern option. Such graters are available in a wide price range, from almost disposable cheap ones to higher quality and more expensive ones. Many have replaceable attachments for different types of cutting and a container. A device with different attachments is called a "vegetable cutter-mandoline".
Cabbage shredder with two blades
This device is equipped with a steel plate on which there is a double blade. It is located at a slight angle. This is done to make it easier to cut the head of cabbage across the grain, as recommended. The plastic handle is also at an angle to the plate.
Electric shredding knife
To make the housewife's work easier, electric shredder knives were invented. In fact, this is a type of food processor. The electric shredder cuts using a sharp stainless steel disc blade. There is also the option to adjust the thickness of the cut.
Multifunctional varieties
There are devices that can not only chop cabbage, but also perform other useful functions. Thanks to a special blade, such a kitchen device can carefully cut almost any products and quickly peel them. As for cutting a head of cabbage, with such an assistant it is much more convenient and faster to do this than on a manual grater.
Which knife to choose for chopping cabbage
When choosing a shredder, you need to evaluate it according to several parameters.
- Purpose – what you are cutting the vegetables for. If these are large volumes for winter preparations, it is better to use an electric or at least a wooden shredder. In order to simply cut cabbage for a salad or cabbage soup, a hand cutter or a plastic grater will do just fine.
- Ease of use. This is the material of the handle, how well it glides and fits comfortably in the hand. The blades should not be too narrow.
- Blade quality and sharpness. If you choose a regular kitchen knife for shredding, it needs to have a sharp tip.
Rules for using shredding knives
Important! The first and most important rule when cutting with any shredder is to be careful and cautious. After all, it is very easy to cut your finger with some. It is better, when using hand graters or cutters, to leave a small "tail" from the head of cabbage and not to strive to chop everything without leaving a trace.
You should take care of such devices like other kitchen utensils - wash and dry them on time.
How to properly shred cabbage with a regular knife
You can cut the heads of cabbage with a regular kitchen cutter. Many people are interested in how to properly shred cabbage with such a knife. It is quite simple. The main thing is that it is sharpened and fits comfortably in the hand. It is better to chop the head of cabbage across the grain, so they will remain juicier. The usual way of chopping is when the tip rests against the board, and the blade is moved away from you and back.
How to Use a Double Bladed Cabbage Shredder
A special knife for shredding cabbage is more convenient than a kitchen knife. This device is also safer than a kitchen cutter, since it is much more difficult to cut yourself with it. The arrangement of the blades helps to cut the heads of cabbage into thin fibers without trying.
Important! For convenience, the head of cabbage is first cut in half, then into quarters. Then it is cut across the leaves. The resulting fibers should not be too narrow, otherwise the taste qualities are lost.
Popular models of knives for cutting cabbage
There are many models and types of shredders for every taste. When choosing, it is worth paying attention to the company where they are made, since the quality depends on the manufacturer. Currently, several models have gained popularity that best meet the requirements of housewives.
Knife "Roma" for chopping cabbage
The Roma knife is a multifunctional kitchen appliance with a stainless steel cutting surface. With this device, you can quickly chop the required amount of cabbage. The medium blade is used for cutting. In addition, it allows you to easily peel any vegetables and fruits and cut them into even pieces.
One side is designed for cleaning fish - it has special serrations that allow you to easily remove scales. It can also be used to cut cheese, ham, sausage and butter neatly and quickly. There is also a convenient bottle and can opener.
Knife for shredding "Hostess"
This shredding device is made of stainless steel and has a comfortable plastic handle with a non-slip surface. Two blades, which are positioned at an angle, help to cut the head of cabbage into neat thin fibers.
If desired, you can change their length and thickness, placing them at the desired angle. At the same time, the hostess's fingers are safe - it is almost impossible to cut yourself with them.
Knife for cutting cabbage and vegetables Gipfel 9746
Gipfel 9746 is made of hardened stainless steel and has two sharpened blades. The manufacturer is the German company Gipfel, which is known for the high quality of its products.
Thanks to the non-slip plastic handle, it is comfortable to hold. You can cut vegetables (and not only them) in any direction, in the most convenient way. As a result, the cutting will still be beautiful and even.
Thus, when choosing a knife for quick and neat cutting of cabbage, you should pay attention to what it will be used for, and to convenience, and to the manufacturer. Only a high-quality kitchen appliance will serve for a long time, and the results of use will please.
