How to Cut a Pomegranate Recipe (with Step by Step Photos)
Here is the step by step guide to cut a pomegranate in easy simple steps. This one is a mess free effective method (no tapping with a wooden spoon) to deseed the pomegranate arils(seeds) without bruising or breaking them.
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Preparation Time:10 minutes
Cooking Time:0 minutes
Serves: 4
| Ingredients: |
| 1 Red Ripe Pomegranate |
| 1 Knife |
| A large Bowl |
Directions:
Remove the pomegranate crown (flower-like shape) by gently cutting it in a circle using a knife as shown in the picture. Don’t cut too deep.- Remove the crown.
- Cut it shallow from the sides vertically on the outside. Cut it from top to bottom and make around 6-8 cuts (depending on the size of a pomegranate).
- Now, hold the pomegranate and gently pull it from the center using your fingers.
- It will open easily into sections and look like as shown in the picture.
- Remove seeds from the segment by peeling the skin. Use a large bowl to remove the seeds (use a bowl filled with water for mess-free cleaning). Pomegranate seeds are ready to use for juice, smoothies, and salads. Seeds stay good for 5 days in the refrigerator and for 1 year in a freezer.
Tips and Variations:
- Choose the fresh ripe pomegranate.
- Don’t cut the pomegranate too deep to keep the seeds whole.
Taste: Sweet
Serving Ideas:Enjoy pomegranate seeds on their own or use them to make pomegranate smoothies and pomegranate juice.