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Hi, I'm Patrick Devaney. Our website covers comprehensive guides for passionate home chefs. Helpful Chef is here to help the modern home chef learn and improve the skills required to cook better food and feel more comfortable in the kitchen. We aim to be the Helpful Chef you can turn to when you have a question about cooking.
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1y ago
Originally called ‘santoku bocho’, or ‘three virtues’, santoku knives can be used to cut three things: vegetables, fish and meat. Like Western chef’s knives, the santoku is perfect for many kitchen tasks, from regular chopping to precise dicing. Let’s learn more about santoku knives, and check out the best santoku knives to buy in 2022 ..read more
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1y ago
‘Gyuto’, literally meaning ‘cow sword’, is a knife inspired by the Western chef’s knife, applying traditional Japanese knifemaking to a multipurpose style of knife used for meats and vegetables. In this article, we take a closer look at gyuto knives, and check out the best gyuto knives to buy in 2022 ..read more
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1y ago
How to fix rusty grates Rusty grates on your grill can be a real pain. Not only is the rust unsightly and make it difficult to cook food evenly, but it can also be dangerous if left untreated. In this article, we will explain how to restore rusty cast-iron grates, clean rusty stainless steel grates, ... Read more ..read more
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1y ago
Why you Need To season your steak before grilling There are many ways to grill a steak. Some people like to put a rub on their steak before cooking it, while others like to use a marinade. However, one of the most important steps in grilling a steak is seasoning it correctly. In this article, ... Read more ..read more
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1y ago
Have you ever struggled slicing up a pepper, crushing a fat garlic clove or tipping onions all over your stovetop, completely missing the pan? These kitchen problems can be solved with one thing: the nakiri knife. In this article, we learn about nakiri knives and check out the top nakiri knives to buy in 2022 ..read more
Helpful Chef Blog
2y ago
If your knife is blunt and old read our review of Oishya’s Sakai Kyuba Japanese Chef’s Knife to see if this Gyuto Knife is right for you ..read more
Helpful Chef Blog
2y ago
If you’re like most home cooks, your knives are the most important tools in your kitchen. And just like any other tool, your knives need to be maintained if you want them to last. In this blog post, we’ll show you how to hone a chef’s knife using a honing rod. We’ll also discuss how ... Read more ..read more
Helpful Chef Blog
2y ago
Do you ever wonder what knives professional chefs use? What are the different types of knives and why do they use them? In this blog post, we will take a look at the different knives that professional chefs use in their kitchens and discuss the benefits of each type. Professional chefs use different types of ... Read more ..read more
Helpful Chef Blog
2y ago
What Is A Hollow Edge Knife? A hollow edge knife (also called Granton edge blades) is a type of blade that has been specifically designed to reduce the amount of friction when slicing through food. This makes it easier to cut delicate items without crushing them, and also prevents the food from sticking to the ... Read more ..read more
Helpful Chef Blog
2y ago
The Santoku knife is a Japanese kitchen knife that has been growing in popularity in the United States in recent years. But what is it? What are its uses? And should you buy one for your kitchen? In this guide, we will answer all those questions and more. We will start by discussing the history ... Read more ..read more