PEELERS

A peeler is a kitchen tool consisting of a slotted metal blade attached to

a handle, that is used to remove the outer skin or peel of

certain vegetables, frequently potatoes and carrots, and fruits such as

apples, pears, etc. A peeler differs from a knife in that the blade has a

slot cut into it, which is sharpened

on the inside edge, while the other

side prevents the blade from

cutting too far into the vegetable.

There are numerous designs of

peelers used today. Most handheld

peelers are either straight or Y-

type, while the particular designs

vary depending on region and

personal preference.

1. A straight peeler has the

blade parallel to the handle,

resembling a knife.

Swivel peelers have the blade

mounted on a pivot. Thus the

angle of the blade is self-

adjusted as pressure is

applied, increasing ease of

use.

2. A Y peeler or speed peeler has a blade perpendicular to its handle,

a design closely resembling a safety razor. It is used with a similar

action to a razor, shaving off skin in strips parallel to the handle.

3. A mechanical apple peeler is a crank operated device that peels

apples and optionally cores and slices them in one motion.

FRUIT CUTTER

These are type of knives designed in such a way to cut the fruit or

vegetable in a certain shape. Number of blades in the assembly

depends upon the design. Many types of fruit cutters are available

nowadays. Some of them are below:

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