Any professional chef will tell you to get a chef’s knife for your kitchen. This knife is a go-to for chopping and dicing. The usual chef’s knife that is commercialized are based on the traditional French and German style chef’s knife. French or German style chef’s knives have a curved edge which gives a rocking motion against a chopping board. A chef’s knife is commonly made with carbon steel, stainless steel, or both materials.
A chef’s knife is usually 8 to 10 inches long with blade rounds at its tip. However, you cannot use a chef’s knife to peel small-sized food as it is large for those kinds of food. Originally, this knife functions to slice large cuts of beef, but it has become an extremely multi-purpose knife in many kitchens as you can also use it to cut down other kinds of food such as vegetables, fruits, and herbs.
Head down to the list below to see the top 10 chef’s knives available in Malaysia!
1. Elianware Chef Knife
Elianware Chef Knife is made with high quality food grade stainless steel with an ergonomic and elegant design to complement your kitchen. This chef’s knife is sharp and precise, perfect to be used on both meat, seafood, poultry, fruits and vegetables. It is non-corrosive, non-toxic and odourless. You can choose a grey or a brown colored handle.
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 32 cm
Price: RM15.30
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. Tefal Comfort Chef Knife
Tefal Comfort Chef Knife with Cover has an exclusive comfort zone handle with blade that has an excellent cutting performance. The blade is made with high quality stainless steel with a design that is developed to cut down food more efficiently and smoothly. The handle is ergonomically designed for optimal comfort and control. This chef knife comes with a safe blade cover.
Material: Stainless Steel
Country of Origin: France
Size Available: 15 cm
Price: RM38.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. SAMURA MO-V Chef’s Knife
The molybdenum and vanadium content of the Japanese high-carbon steel AUS-8 used in the Samura MO-V Chef’s Knife, as well as other elements, greatly improve its working performance. A sanitary metallic bolster links the blade to an oval handle made of heat and moisture resistant G-10 fibreglass that gives a solid grip and keeps the knife from spinning and slipping in your palm.
Ingredients: High carbon AUS-8 with G-10 Fiberglass Handle
Country of Origin: Japan
Size Available: 7 inch
Price: RM335.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. Shibazi Stainless Steel Chef’s Knife
Shibazi Stainless Steel Chef’s Knife is made with high quality stainless steel which will go perfectly with your existing utensils. This knife is ideal for home, hawker and restaurant uses to cut various types of food including, sushi, sashimi, fruits, vegetables, poultry, seafood and more. It has a sleek and shiny design which is very attractive.
Material: Stainless Steel
Country of Origin: China
Size Available: 325mm x 200mm x 41mm
Price: RM32.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Zwilling Twin Pollux Chef’s Knife
With its sharp and well-cutting blade, high-quality finishing, and modern three-rivet design, the Zwilling Twin Pollux Chef’s Knife will win you over. This chef’s knife is an excellent all-arounder for novice chefs. The ice-hardened blade is constructed of high-quality steel and is very durable, corrosion-resistant, and precise. The ergonomic handle fits comfortably and firmly in your hand, while the stamped blade’s light weight allows you to work without fatigue.
Material: High Carbon Stainless Steel
Country of Origin: Germany
Size Available: 8 inch
Price: RM178.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. Damascus Chef Knife
Damascus Chef Knife has an excellent balanced weight distribution between the front and the handle. This knife is made with 67 layers of damascus steel with a rain drops pattern which has an elegant finish. This chef knife is extremely sharp to the point that it can slice through paper easily. This knife comes with a sleek black box, perfect for gifting.
Material: Damascus Steel with Resin Handle
Size Available: 2.2 mm (Thickness) with 33.2 cm (Total Length)
Price: RM179.88
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. Fukuro Chef’s Knife
Fukuro Chef’s Knife is fully forged with high chromium stainless steel which provides excellent strength for cutting. The long blade design allows fine cutting and delicate slices in a single stroke. This knife has high resistance towards corrosion and has a thermoplastic rubber handle which is BPA-free and comfortable to be used for a long period of time.
Material: Stainless Steel AISI 420
Country of Origin: Japan
Size Available: 8 inch
Price: RM29.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. Berlinger Haus Stainless Steel Chef Knife
Berlinger Haus Stainless Steel Chef Knife has durable and high quality blades made with stainless steel. The blade has dimples on the sides which adds an elegant touch to the knife and helps to release thin slices and sticky food after slicing. This knife is resistant to rust and has an ergonomic handle which is soft to touch with a perfect grip.
Material: Stainless Steel
Country of Origin: Hungary
Size Available: 20 cm
Price: RM55.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
9. Jamie Oliver Professional Chef’s Knife
Jamie Oliver Professional Chef’s Knife has a sharp and striking design to make your cutting and chopping experience smooth. It has an ergonomic sculpted long handle which provides superb balance and extra weight for easy chopping and slicing.The knife is full-tang, meaning the stainless steel blade runs all the way through the handle.
Material: Stainless Steel
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Size Available: 8 inch
Price: RM58.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
10. Victorinox Fibrox Chef’s Knife
Victorinox Fibrox Chef’s Knife is a fantastic all-arounder. Home cooks and professional chefs like the Fibrox Chef’s Knife from Victorinox’s professional line of knives for its comfortable, non-slip, ergonomic handle and the perfect weight and balance its extra wide blade provides. This knife promises both convenience and efficiency when chopping cooked and grilled meat or bigger items, thanks to its razor-sharp edge that seldom needs sharpening.
Material: Stainless Steel with Thermoplastic Elastomers Handle
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Size Available: 19 cm (Blade Length)
Price: RM172.19
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
These are some easy maintenance and cleaning tips for your precious chef’s knife:
- Don’t use it on granite, concrete or marble surfaces.
- Don’t put it in the dishwasher. (It can dull your knives).
- Clean it using dish soap and hot water. (Not boiling water!)
- Don’t over sharpen your knife. (It will thin the knife and make it unusable).
- Dry it right after you clean it. (Leaving it wet may accelerate the rusting process).
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