It is about time we crack the code and prove that eating a Pomegranate shouldn't be a hassle! Here are 3 ways to separate Pomegranate seeds!
Course: tips and tricks
Cuisine: international
Keyword: deseed pomegranate, fruit hacks, fruits, how to seperate pomegranate seeds, Pomegranate, tips and tricks
Author: Lama
Ingredients
Pomegranate
Instructions
With Water
Using a sharp knife, cut a shallow circle around the crown of the pomegranate to remove it.
Make shallow vertical cuts to the skin of the pomegranate from top to bottom. The cuts could be 4-6, depending on the size of the fruit.
Pry open the pomegranate gently using your fingers.
Submerge the pieces in a bowl filled with cold water. Bend the rind backwards to release the seeds from the peel. You will notice that the white membrane will float to the surface.
Drain the water using a colander and enjoy.
Give It a Smack!
Cut off the crown with a sharp knife. Pay attention not to cut the seeds.
Make shallow vertical cuts to the skin of the pomegranate from top to bottom. The cuts could be 4-6, depending on the size of the fruit.
Pry open the pomegranate gently using your fingers.
Place the pomegranate over a bowl; and using a tool with a heavy end (a wooden spoon would work too!) give the segments a good whack.
Separate the white membrane from the seeds using your fingers; or add some water and remove the skin floating on the surface.
Another Kind of Smack!
cut the Pomegranate in half.
Place the pomegranate half in your hand (seeds-side-down) over a bowl, and hit the back firmly with a wooden spoon.
Separate the white membrane from the seeds by hand or using water.
Notes
Tips for a Smooth Process
When a pomegranate stain is just too stubborn, soak the fabric in boiling water and baking soda for a minimum of 15 minutes.
If you notice white pith stuck to the pomegranate arils, soak them in cold water for a few minutes. The pith should float to the surface while the arils sink.
Make sure you wash the pomegranate thoroughly before you de-seed it. When cutting into any unwashed vegetables, you will most likely transfer bacteria from the outer surface into the edible part.