Why julienne vegetables

You will see what I mean in the images that follow. It can be tempting to hold some veggies in your palm, such as potatoes or other small, round veggies, but this will put you at risk of nicking your thumb, palm, or other fingers. Slice the rest of the vegetable with a knife.

And finally, a julienne peeler does not work on every vegetable. Julienned vegetables are most commonly used in raw preparations, such as salads and slaws. However, they can also be cooked. Cook them in some oil, salt, and pepper in a skillet until tender and slightly crispy. Here are the best vegetables to prepare with a julienne peeler.

Click the links to see all of my recipes using these veggies. Your email address will not be published. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed. Skip to main content Skip to primary sidebar menu icon. Jump to Recipe Jump to Video Print. Want more ways to eat your veggies? Subscribe to the weekly newsletter! How to Use a Julienne Peeler. Learn how to safely use a julienne vegetable peeler on different kinds of veggies, such as root veggies, carrots, potatoes, and zucchini.

Prep Time: 10 mins. Skip to main content. Dear ChefSteps, I am. I understand that by creating an account, I will receive emails from ChefSteps regarding recipes, surveys, ChefSteps promotions, tips, tricks, and other news. I understand that I have the right to unsubscribe at any time. Pinterest Embed code. A julienne is a food that has been julienned, or sliced into the shape of a skinny little matchstick. Give julienned vegetables a light saute to make a great side for a fish filet, or stir them up into a simple pickled salad to lend tang and color to your rice or noodle bowl.

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