(らんぎ)

らんぎり
noun
irregular cut; random-angle cut
1. irregular cut; random-angle cut
a vegetable cutting technique where pieces are cut at random angles while rotating the vegetable, creating irregular shapes that cook evenly
人参(にんじん)乱切(らんぎ)りにする。
To cut the carrot in irregular cuts.
煮物(にもの)には乱切(らんぎ)りが(てき)している。
Irregular cuts are suitable for simmered dishes.
乱切(らんぎ)りにすると(あじ)()()みやすくなる。
Cutting irregularly allows flavors to soak in more easily.

TECHNIQUE:
While cutting, rotate the vegetable 90 degrees between each cut to create varied angles. This increases surface area for better flavor absorption.

OTHER CUTTING STYLES:

  • 輪切(わぎ)り (round slices)
  • 角切(かくぎ)り (diced/cubed)
  • 短冊切(たんざくぎ)り (rectangular strips)