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A high-carbon stainless steel cleaver is especially handy for chopping starchy vegetables with control and speed. The wide blade also works well for pressing cloves of garlic during prep.
On this high-carbon stainless steel cleaver, the blade is precision-stamped from a single piece of steel. That construction supports a lightweight feel that is easy to maneuver when you are chopping and doing quick kitchen tasks.
Place a peeled clove on your cutting board, then lay the flat side of the high-carbon stainless steel cleaver over it. Press down carefully and steadily to crush the clove, then continue with mincing or chopping as needed.
If you often cook with potatoes, other starchy vegetables or garlic, a high-carbon stainless steel cleaver can make prep feel more efficient. Many cooks pair a cleaver with another everyday knife for tasks that call for a different blade shape.
To keep a high-carbon stainless steel cleaver performing well, use a knife-appropriate sharpening routine and touch up the edge as needed. For day-to-day care, clean and dry after use and work on a cutting board surface that is gentle on edges.