What kind of knife should I use to cut fruit?

What type of knife to use for cutting fruit :
Complete guide
with GOYON-CHAZEAU

The importance of having a sharp knife

A sharp knife is the basis of a perfect cut for any food, especially fruit. A well-sharpened tool avoids squashing the delicate flesh, and prevents too much of the juice and freshness from escaping.

When cutting fruit, the blade must be fine enough to glide easily through the skin and flesh without damaging the structure of the fruit. Certain fruits with thin skins and tender flesh (peaches, plums, figs, etc.) or very ripe fruit are easier to work with a serrated knife. That’s why the choice of blade is so important.

The key features of a fruit knife

1. Lightness and balance
   Cutting fruit requires a handy, lightweight tool. A well-balanced knife reduces fatigue during prolonged use and ensures precision in every cut.
2. Blade shape
   For slicing fruit, a thin, slightly curved or tapered blade is ideal. This curvature produces smooth, precise cuts, adapted to the varied shapes of fruit – whether slicing an apple, slicing a mango or trimming citrus fruit. GOYON-CHAZEAU’s forging technology, combined with high-quality steels, ensures unrivalled performance.
3. Security
   A well-designed knife with a cutting edge designed for performance also offers excellent control to reduce the risk of injury. An ergonomic handle provides a firm, secure grip.

Essential knives
for cutting fruit

The paring knife

Small and multi-purpose, the Paring Knife is ideal for picking, peeling, slicing and dicing small to medium-sized fruit. Its pointed blade, about 10 cm long, offers great precision.

GOYON-CHAZEAU offers the P’tit Tradi, an old-fashioned paring knife, handmade with a full tang blade in Sandvik 14C28N carbon steel and a wooden handle, combining tradition and performance for everyday use in the kitchen.

The peeling knife

Recognisable by its curved blade, this knife is perfect for peeling round or delicate fruit, such as apples or kiwis. Its shape allows you to follow the contours of the fruit effortlessly, minimising waste.

GOYON-CHAZEAU offers forged bird’s beak knives, designed for a comfortable grip and precise cutting, such as the Stylver peeling knife with forged blade and hollow handle designed to fit the palm of the hand.

The tomato knife

Although its name suggests slicing tomatoes, this serrated knife is also ideal for slicing fruit with thin, hard skins and soft flesh, such as peaches and plums… The serrated blade penetrates the skin without crushing the flesh, ensuring clean, even slices and minimising juice loss.

GOYON-CHAZEAU offers several serrated tomato knives, such as the Tradichef range, with a 13 cm blade and an oak handle that combines elegance and efficiency.

The Chef’s knife

With its long, sturdy blade, the chef’s knife is ideal for cutting large or thick-skinned fruits: oranges, pomegranates, papayas, pineapples, melons, etc.

GOYON-CHAZEAU offers two types of chef’s knives.

• Chef’s knives with forged blades, robust and extremely sharp. Very well balanced in the hand, these knives offer the necessary grip for regular cutting to avoid injury.

• The Grand Tradi, a light and easy to handle knife with a 13 cm blade, is ideal for those who are afraid of long blades or knives that are too heavy.

The Santoku knife

Originating in Japan, the Santoku is a Japaneese Chef’s knife valued for its ability to slice, mince and chop. Its wide, slightly curved blade is ideal for cutting large fruits and making fine slices.

GOYON-CHAZEAU offers forged Santoku knives designed for exceptional cutting performance and unrivalled durability.

In doubt ?
Here’s a summary table associating each type of fruit with the ideal knife for cutting it:

With its rich history and internationally recognised expertise, GOYON-CHAZEAU has become a benchmark brand for cooking enthusiasts.
Our knives stand out for their robustness, cutting quality and timeless design.

What’s more, the ergonomic design and meticulous finish of our knives ensure optimum ease of use, making fruit preparation both pleasant and efficient.

Care tips to prolong the life of your knife

A quality knife needs regular maintenance to keep its performance. Remember to wash it by hand and dry it immediately after use to avoid corrosion. In addition, regular honing and occasional sharpening will maintain the blade’s precision.

If you want to learn the ropes in the kitchen, the choice of a knife for cutting fruit is not just a question of aesthetic preference, but above all of performance, safety and the quality of the blade and its cutting edge, because cutting fruit requires delicacy to preserve its appearance and texture and limit the loss of juice.

Whether you’re preparing a refreshing fruit salad or making fine slices for an elegant presentation, GOYON-CHAZEAU models will meet your needs and requirements.