How to Shred Lettuce the Fancy Way

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How to Shred Lettuce the Fancy Way

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This is called a "chiffonade" cut. It works with all leafy greens and it will make your food look better in an instant.

Get Greens and Wash Them

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After washing them, place them on the cutting board.

Stack Them on Top of Each Other

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Make sure they're facing the same way.

Roll Up Leaves

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Roll all the way from bottom to top 

Get Ready to Cut

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Hold the roll down and get ready to cut.
Watch your fingers.

Cut Very Thinly

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Make sure to cut all the way through.

Cut It All Up

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Now you have fancy garnish for your food ! 

Look at the Difference

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