1. Opening Stubborn Jar Lids
The most common use? Twisting open stubborn jar lids.
The toothed grip is designed to help you get a firm hold on narrow jar caps — like those on small condiment jars — that are hard to open by hand. Just insert the lid into the toothed section, squeeze the handles, and twist. The grip gives you extra leverage and prevents slippage.
2. Cracking Nuts or Shells
Some kitchen shears are strong enough to double as a nutcracker. The toothed grip can be used to gently crack open hard-shelled foods like walnuts or even seafood shells, such as lobster or crab claws. Just be cautious — apply even pressure to avoid crushing the contents inside.
3. Crushing Garlic or Ginger
Need to quickly crush garlic cloves or ginger? Some people use the toothed part to apply pressure and crack them open before peeling or mincing. While it’s not the tool’s primary function, it can be a handy workaround in a pinch.
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