It might be a sophisticated cut, but it’s not impossible for home chefs.
Caitlin Bensel
If youve ever eaten a carrot slaw or carrot salad, then youve likely experienced julienned carrots.
Cubed ordiced carrotstake longer to soften and are more difficult to pierce with a fork when served raw.
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Also, you should start out by choosing the right carrot.
Look for a large, uniform and firm carrot, then peel it with a vegetable peeler.
Sharp knives also make cleaner cuts, which is important for smooth, even slices.
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A dull knife tends to crush the food.
The best knife for julienning is a sharp, non-serrated knife.
A chopping knife works well, but is not required.
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Curling your knuckles inward helps protect them from the sharp knife blade.
A mandoline is an amazing tool for precision slicing.
Step 2: Cut shorter lengths
Cut the desired length.
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Step 3: Slice carrots lengthwise
Julienne cuts are, by nature, long and thin.
In culinary school, I had to measure each cut to ensure it was the right size.
Other kitchen tools can also be used for less precise cuts.
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A special julienne peeler makes the task quick and efficient.
Repeat until the carrot is too thin to slice and cut the rest by hand.
A mandoline can do more than cut consistent planks, as noted above.
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A model with a julienne blade can also make quick work of cutting the carrots into matchsticks.
Somefood processorsalso have julienne blades.
Just follow the instructions for your mandoline or food processor.
The cut is the same, and there are endless recipes to try.
Fore also tells us that she enjoys using pickled julienned carrots to top a pulled pork sandwich.
Try adding julienned carrots to these stir-fry recipes:
University of Rochester Medical Center.Be Careful With Kitchen Knives.
