Paring Knives

On the smaller end of the kitchen knives spectrum is the Paring Knife. A Paring Knife’s blade is 2 1/2 to 4 inches in length; a longer blade is a Utility Knife. The Paring Knife has a plain edge blade which is ideal for peeling, slicing, and coring fruits and vegetables, chopping smaller items like garlic and nuts, trimming herb leaves and more intricate work like deveining, garnishes and decorative elements. Paring Knives should be kept sharp to prevent accidents.