How to Chop Parsley or Cilantro
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How to Chop Parsley or Cilantro
Description
The method for chopping parsley or cilantro involves separating a manageable portion from the bunch and removing any overly thick stems that may be tough. Most stems with leaves are kept to add flavor and texture. A sharp chef's knife is used with the tip anchored on the cutting board, performing a rocking motion to cut the herbs uniformly. Periodically gathering and re-chopping the pile ensures consistency in size.
This technique is practical for quickly preparing herbs for recipes, allowing for leaves and tender stems to be included, which contribute flavor. Discarding the bottom leafless portion prevents woody bits from entering dishes or stocks.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch flat-leaf parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- Separate a small portion of parsley or cilantro from the larger bunch. If there are some really thick stems, remove them. Otherwise, no plucking is required!
- Using a sharp chef's knife, start chopping, including the section of the stems that are attached to the leaves. Discard the bottom, leafless section of the stems or save them for chicken or vegetable stocks.
- Keep the tip of the knife "attached" to the cutting board by pressing down on the knife with your free hand. Using a rocking motion, chop up and down, working your way across the herbs. Stop and gather them together occasionally to make sure that all of the leaves are chopped evenly.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 16Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1tablespoon | |
| Calories | 1kcal | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 20mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 300IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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