You’ll definitely be enlightened after discovering the 4 amazing functions of these holes!
Surprised by the Uses of the Round Holes on Knife Blades
One of the things that piques people’s curiosity when mentioned is the “round holes on knife blades”—a super common household item found in every kitchen.
Round holes on knife blades.
On social media, when the question “What are the round holes on knife blades for?” is raised, many people are stumped as they cannot think of an answer. Some believe that the small holes on certain kitchen utensils like vegetable peelers, frying pans, or food knives are unnecessary details designed by manufacturers to differentiate their products. Others, who are not particularly interested in their actual function, claim: “I used to be quite curious, but they don’t seem to help much, so I don’t care anymore.”
In reality, these small holes did not appear by chance; they were created for various purposes. There are two common locations where they appear:
- Hole on the tip of larger knives
- Holes along the blades of medium/small knives
Two common hole locations on two types of knives.
Let’s explore the answers regarding the “magical” functions of these holes. They will surely assist you in your daily cooking endeavors!
1. Prevents Food from Sticking to the Knife
This function pertains to knives that feature round holes along their blades. For home cooks, one of the most frustrating things while cooking is food sticking to the knife when slicing or chopping, especially raw meat. However, this issue can be completely resolved thanks to these seemingly “insignificant” holes. The holes minimize the amount of food clinging to the blade, allowing the meat to fall off automatically, so you don’t have to use your hands to separate it.
Food sticking to the knife is a common issue when slicing.
2. Measures the Length of Vegetables/Green Onions When Slicing
With a simple action of inserting a green onion or a stick into the small hole at the tip of the knife, you can use it to estimate and cut everything to your desired length. The results will be evenly cut and beautifully presented. Check out the short clip below to see how it’s done!
3. Releases Pressure
If you pay attention, you will notice that knives used for chopping bones, cutting chicken, or mincing meat typically have larger holes compared to other knives. Their purpose is to release pressure and absorb impact.
Holes on knife blades help distribute force, preventing damage and maintaining knife durability.
Specifically, when chopping or slicing food with significant force, pressure can travel throughout the knife’s body, causing vibrations or breakage. With the hole at the tip of the knife, the force is dispersed to prevent damage and maintain the knife’s durability.
4. Hangs the Knife Up High
Another practical function of the hole at the tip of the knife that you may not know about. Knives made from materials like iron, steel, or copper are very prone to rust and wear if they come into contact with water. Therefore, the small hole at the tip of the knife was designed for users to hang them on hooks in the house. This not only helps to dry the knife but also contributes to keeping the kitchen space tidy and organized, while saving storage space for the family.
