Check out this easy step-by-step guide on how to cut a pomegranate in half so you can enjoy its delicious fruit!
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Supplies Needed
You’ll only need a few supplies to cut a pomegranate in half. All you need is a pomegranate, a cutting board and a sharp knife First, wash the pomegranate and cut off the stem. Then, cut the pomegranate in half with a sharp knife Be sure to use a cutting board to protect your countertops.
Pomegranate
Pomegranates are a beautiful fruit with a tough exterior and edible seeds inside. To get to the juicy, delicious fruit, you’ll need to cut the pomegranate in half. Here’s how:
-First, cut off the top of the pomegranate where the stem attaches.
-Next, score the pomegranate skin all the way around with a sharp knife
-Then, using your hands, break the pomegranate open along the score lines.
-Finally, use a spoon to scoop out the seeds from each half of the fruit.
Knife
A good sharp knife is key to opening a pomegranate with ease. A serrated knife will also do the trick, but may tear the fruit more easily.
cutting board
Choose a sturdy cutting board to avoid slipping and to protect your countertops.
Pomegranate
Obviously, you’ll need a pomegranate! Select one that is heavy for its size and feels firm when squeezed. Avoid pomegranates that are soft, have cracks or bruises, or are leaking juice.
Steps
Pomegranates are a delicious and healthy fruit that can be enjoyed in many different ways. One of the simplest ways to enjoy a pomegranate is to cut it in half and enjoy the seeds. Let’s get into the details of how to cut a pomegranate in half.
Cut the crown off the pomegranate
Use a sharp knife to cut off the crown of the pomegranate, revealing the inner fruit. If any of the white pith is attached to the crown, remove it as well.
Score the pomegranate vertically
Use a sharp knife to score the pomegranate vertically 4-5 times around the circumference. You want to make sure that you cut deep enough to pierce the skin but not so deep that you cut into the seeds.
Once you have scored the pomegranate, use your hands to break the fruit open along the scored lines. Once you have broken open the fruit, you should be able to easily pull the two halves apart.
Break the pomegranate open
Before cutting a pomegranate in half, you need to break the fruit open. Set the pomegranate on a cutting board, and use a wooden spoon to tap on the back of the fruit. Apply pressure as you tap around the entire circumference of the pomegranate. You should hear the seeds inside shifting around as you tap.
Once you’ve gone all the way around, gently pull the two halves of the pomegranate apart. If they don’t easily come apart, tap on the back of the fruit a few more times until it gives way.
Remove the seeds
Cut off the crown of the pomegranate with a sharp knife, cutting as close to the fruit as possible.
Score the skin of the fruit deeply in 4-6 places.
Using your fingers, break open the sections of skin.
Gently remove seeds from the fruit, being careful not to break them.
