Anyone who has spent time in the kitchen knows the challenge of chopping small vegetables, especially those spicy little peppers. Not only does it require precision, but one wrong move can result in unfortunate cuts, sending you straight to the first aid box. Social media chef Anatoly Dobrovolsky has shared a video in which he is demonstrating a “hack”, inspired by traditional Indian ingenuity, that helps people chop small vegetables more safely. Since then this video has gone viral.
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The video begins with Dobrowolski acknowledging an innovative idea from an Indian woman in a video. In her clever method, she uses a simple ice cream stick and a rubber band to protect her thumb while cutting. The process is simple but effective – the stick is secured around the thumb with a band, creating a barrier that prevents accidental cuts when wielding the knife.
Inspired by this practical solution, Dobrovolsky set out to test the technology himself. The chef gathers the ingredients, follows the steps, and finally proudly presents the finished chopped chili.
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Her caption perfectly captures the mix of curiosity and entertainment that attracted the audience. It reads, “Thanks for the inspiration @sangita_kitchen3 Struggling to chop small vegetables without a trip to the ER? Tried this hack, and let’s just say it was an adventure! Watch till the end for the verdict. Can you do it better?”
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The video has received more than 77 thousand likes so far. The comments on the post have also been lively. Many users described his effort as “clever” and “smart”, praising his willingness to try something new.
But not everyone was impressed. Some users questioned the practicality of the hack.
“But why can’t I use a cutting board?” One asked. Another wondered, “How about holding the pepper in your other hand?”
Some users suggested alternatives, stating that scissors could be a simpler tool for this task. “Scissors anyone?” one person wrote, while another said, “A scissor will do the job perfectly.”
Others took a more amusing approach to the hack, with one comment writing, “This sounds like a pretty cool way to cut off your finger.”
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And then there were those who saw it as a demonstration of “Indian Jugaad”, a term used for creative problem-solving. Comments like “Every Indian mom” and “Indian ninja techniques, without cutting boards we can do” reflect appreciation of this approach. One user even commented, “Our Indian mothers did it without sticks,” a nod to the generations who mastered kitchen skills long before modern hacks.
So, while the video highlights an innovative method that combines tradition with innovation, it’s clear that not everyone is on board with the idea, but it certainly sparked a lively debate among food enthusiasts Is.
