What is that strange toothed part on kitchen scissors for?

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.