How to Cut a Pineapple
Have you ever wondered what the proper way to cut a pineapple is? In this tutorial, we will teach you all the tips and tricks on how to cut a pineapple.
Ingredients
- 1 whole ripe pineapple
Instructions
- Cut off the crown and base of the pineapple.
- Stand the pineapple on the base. Cut off the skin going along with the shape of the fruit.
- Slice the cleaned pineapple in half down the middle, lengthwise.
- Lay the halves of the pineapple flat on the cutting board and cut in half again and cut the core out at an angle.
Cutting into cubes-
- Once the core is removed cut the pieces lengthwise one more and then into even sized cubes.
Cutting into slices-
- When the core is removed, cut the pineapple into even slices.
Cutting into spears-
- Cut the pineapple into large or thick spears.
Finely chopping-
- Slice the pineapple into thin strands, then finely chop the strands.
Notes
Storing the pineapple-
- REFRIGERATOR- Add the cut fruit into an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to a week.
- FREEZE- Lay the pineapple pieces onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.