Paring knives

Practical paring knives for the kitchen

With the right knife, cooking becomes not only easier but also more enjoyable. Whether you're a professional chef and would prefer a Japanese paring knife, or you cook for fun and want a simple knife, there's something for everyone here. Here at Nordic Nest, we have a large selection of the best paring knives from well-known and popular brands so you can easily find the perfect paring knife for you.

What is a Paring Knife?

The paring knife is the most versatile knife in the kitchen. A paring knife is a small knife primarily used for peeling. The blade of a paring knife is usually 8–12 centimeters and has a straight and pointed blade. With this length, the paring knife is the kitchen's smallest knife.

What is a Paring Knife Used For?

As the name suggests, a paring knife is used for peeling. Beyond that, the paring knife is a universal knife that is very easy to cut, slice, and dice with. Depending on the size of the knife, it can be used for various tasks. Opening oysters, filleting small fish, cleaning shrimp, and trimming fat from meat are just some of the tasks a paring knife can be used for beyond peeling.

Our Most Popular Paring Knives

• Global offers paring knives in several different sizes
• Paring knife from Fiskars, perfect for those who want knives from the same series.
• Paring knife from Victorinox, a combined vegetable/paring knife