Gather your dried cilantro into a tidy pile on the board. Don’t be a monster who just hacks randomly. Give it some structure, okay?
Hold your knife with confidence. Rock it back and forth like you’re playing a tiny, very sharp violin. Or like a chef who knows what they’re doing.
Spicy Peach Salsa
Here’s the golden rule: Never, ever chop cilantro into a paste. This isn’t pesto. You are not making a green puddle of despair. You want little, fluffy green pieces.
The "One Direction" Rule
Don’t chop in circles. Don’t go back and forth like you’re scrambling eggs. That’s how you get bruised, bitter leaves.
Instead, cut in one steady direction. Forward and down. Forward and down. It’s a rhythmic dance. You are a salsa bard.
Stop every few seconds and re-gather the pile. This keeps it even. It also gives your hand a tiny break. You’re welcome.