Rabbi Yigal Cohen Explains If Finely Cutting Vegetables Is Permitted on Shabbat

Rabbi Yigal Cohen, head of Yevia Omer institutions and member of the Chief Rabbinate Council, addresses the halachic question of whether finely cutting vegetables on Shabbat is allowed. This topic falls under the category of the prohibited labor of 'tochen' (grinding or crushing) on Shabbat. Rabbi Cohen provides daily halachic insights on Shabbat laws, focusing here on the nuances of this specific prohibition. The discussion was published on August 25, 2026, and is part of a series of halachic teachings aimed at clarifying Sabbath observance rules for the public. Readers are encouraged to follow the teachings and join related WhatsApp groups for ongoing learning.