Paring knives slice easily through many fruits and vegetables, including
tougher ones like sweet potatoes. They can also be used to peel back
thin skins on foods like apples or potatoes.
The sharp edge of the paring knife can make quicker, cleaner cuts than
some peelers. They also can be used to peel thick-skinned fruits like
those found on citrus fruit.
The tip of the paring knife is just as sharp as the blade and can be
used for fine close work that a larger knife might ruin, such as
decoration garnishes.