How to hold a steak knife and fork correctly when eating steak

Nowadays, some people who like gourmet food are no longer satisfied with eating Chinese food. They often go to Western restaurants to taste gourmet food, and steak is a delicacy that they will not miss when they go to Western restaurants. However, the way to use steak is different from Chinese food. It requires the use of knife and fork at the same time. So how should the knife and fork be held when eating steak? What are the precautions for using tableware when eating steak?

How to hold a steak knife and fork correctly when eating steak

1. When some people eat steak, they may have heard that I use the knife and fork in the left hand, which means that when eating steak, you need to hold the knife in your right hand and the fork in your left hand. You can use the knife in your hand to cut the steak, and the fork in your left hand can hold the food, or you can pick up the food and put it in your mouth.

2. When eating steak, when holding the fork in your left hand, you should straighten your index finger and press the back of the fork. Holding the knife in your right hand is the same as holding the fork in your left hand, but when holding the knife in your right hand, you should also use your thumb and index finger to tightly clamp the joint of the handle and the blade. Only in this way can you use the knife and fork flexibly when eating steak.

3. When using a knife and fork to eat steak, you should put the knife and fork between your thumb and middle finger, and use your index finger to apply force, so that it won't be too strenuous to cut the steak, and it won't make a harsh sound. When eating steak, you should also pay attention to the size of the fork. Generally, a medium-sized fork is suitable for eating steak, a large fork is suitable for eating salad, and a small fork is suitable for eating fish.

4. When eating steak with a knife and fork, the knife and fork should be slightly tilted towards the plate, and they must not be used alone. The knife and fork should be completely held in the palm of your hand. Only in this way can the steak be cut smoothly. When cutting, first use the fork in your left hand to fix the steak, then use the knife in your right hand to cut a piece of steak, and then use the same method to cut the long steak into bite-sized pieces. Only then can you use the fork to pick up the steak, dip it in the sauce, and then put it in your mouth to eat.