{"title":"Santoku Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSantoku knives\u003c\/strong\u003e are a \u003cstrong\u003ewell-known phenomenon in the kitchen\u003c\/strong\u003e and offer a huge number of advantages for professional chefs and home cooks alike. Thanks to their special construction and design, \u003cstrong\u003efinely slicing vegetables\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eherbs\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eother ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e becomes child's play. Would you like to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/123smeden.nl\/collections\/mes\"\u003ebuy a knife\u003c\/a\u003e, specifically a santoku? Then take a look at our range of the \u003cstrong\u003ehighest quality santoku knives\u003c\/strong\u003e below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is a santoku knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA santoku knife is a \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese-style knife\u003c\/strong\u003e that is mainly used for slicing vegetables. \u003cstrong\u003eThe blade is shorter and wider than a traditional chef's knife\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it ideal for finely slicing ingredients. Santoku knives are also known for their \u003cstrong\u003esharpness\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003edurability\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you use a santoku knife?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSantoku knives are \u003cstrong\u003edesigned for chopping vegetables\u003c\/strong\u003e. However, they can also be used for other tasks, such as chopping garlic or ginger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo use a santoku knife, grip the handle with your dominant hand and place your index finger on the blade. Then make a cutting motion to chop the vegetable. Repeat this motion until the vegetable is cut to the desired size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdvantages of a santoku knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOwning a santoku knife offers many advantages. Firstly, they are \u003cstrong\u003every sharp and durable\u003c\/strong\u003e, and they are \u003cstrong\u003eeasy to use and maintain\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are also \u003cstrong\u003erelatively inexpensive\u003c\/strong\u003e, which makes them a good option for people who are just starting out with cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, there are \u003cstrong\u003emany different types of santoku knives available\u003c\/strong\u003e and they don't always have to be cheap. Will you go for an accessible \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel santoku knife\u003c\/strong\u003e or a genuine \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese santoku knife\u003c\/strong\u003e? That choice is entirely up to you. Just bear in mind that traditional Japanese knives are generally more expensive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuying a santoku knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSantoku knives are an \u003cstrong\u003eexcellent option for anyone looking for an affordable, durable and easy-to-use knife\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you're often in the kitchen chopping vegetables, then a santoku knife is definitely worth considering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo take a look at our full range of santoku knives now and see which model best suits your needs and wishes. Then \u003cstrong\u003eorder your new santoku knife online right away\u003c\/strong\u003e so that you'll soon be slicing all your ingredients with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kikuichi-santoku-kuro18","title":"Kikuichi Kurouchi santoku 180 mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 180 mm Kurouchi Santoku is a substantial knife that sits comfortably in the hand thanks to its walnut handle. The black, rough outer layer gives the knife a look you simply won't get from a polished blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBlade construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade is made up of three layers. The core is white #2 carbon steel, hardened to HRC 62. 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