Discover the surprising powers hidden in your kitchen scissors
Kitchen scissors are often part of complete sets of kitchen accessories. Their great advantage is minimal risk of cutting yourself with them during meal preparation. What the steel blades are for is no secret, but why are there "grooves" by the handle? The answer may surprise you.
Kitchen scissors are a small but incredibly versatile tool that often escapes our attention amidst daily tasks. Some of us store them unused in a drawer or only use them occasionally, for example, to cut paper or fabric, not focusing on their original purpose. It's worth knowing that kitchen scissors can facilitate many tasks, especially if there are special "grooves" by the handles.
How are scissors useful in the kitchen?
Kitchen scissors can successfully replace a knife in many cases. Those made of high-quality stainless steel provide sharpness, durability, and resistance to corrosion. They can be used to cut packaging, chop food products, or trim baking paper to fit a baking pan.
Kitchen scissors are indispensable for cutting herbs. Fresh basil, parsley, or dill can be quickly chopped with just a few snips, making aromatic additions ready for use.
Sharp scissors can make this task easier when you need to cut crispy bacon into smaller pieces. They offer more control than a knife and allow for precise cutting. Vegetables shouldn't be a problem either. Green beans, leeks, or lettuce? You will have perfectly sized salad ingredients after a few snips with the scissors.
Hidden functions of kitchen scissors
High-quality kitchen scissors are invaluable in preparing meals, but not only for that. Popular models include special "grooves" built into the handle, which have much broader applications, such as opening jar lids, removing bottle caps, or cracking nut shells.
When you need to open a bottle of your favorite drink, use the "grooves" located on the scissors' handle. Two movements are enough to instantly unscrew the cap, allowing you to enjoy your favorite beverage without unnecessary effort. This quick solution is especially useful when the cap is tightly fastened to the bottleneck.
But functionality doesn't end at opening bottles or cracking nut shells. The grooves also allow you to effectively split meat bones. If you're preparing dishes using poultry, you can easily separate meat from the bone or divide larger pieces into smaller portions. This special part of the scissors can also be useful for removing the top shell of hard-boiled eggs. This way, one item can perform several roles simultaneously.
