Chiffonade
Knife work & mechanical
Cutting and shaping without heat.
01At a glance
CategoryKnife work & mechanical
Taste impactNeutral
Texture—
02How to do it
- 1Stack several leaves (basil, mint, greens) on top of each other.
- 2Roll them tightly into a cigar.
- 3Slice across the roll into thin ribbons.
- 4Fluff the ribbons apart.
03Doneness & pitfalls
Doneness cues
- Fine, even ribbons of leaf.
Common mistakes
- A dull knife bruises and blackens tender leaves.
- Cutting too far ahead wilts and oxidizes the ribbons — do it last.
- Loose rolls give uneven widths.
Ingredients it suits· 18
Lemongrass
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Dried Oregano
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Dried Basil
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Dried Parsley
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Dried Thyme
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Dried Rosemary
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Rubbed Sage
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Dried Bay Leaf
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Dried Dill Weed
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Fresh Cilantro
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Fresh Mint
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Fresh Chives
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Fresh Tarragon
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Fresh Marjoram
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Herbes De Provence
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Italian Seasoning Blend
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Poultry Seasoning
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Fenugreek Leaves
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