Cutting a pineapple can be a bit tricky, but with the right technique, it can be done quickly and easily. Here are the steps to correctly cut a pineapple:
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First, wash the pineapple under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris on its skin.
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Cut off the top and bottom of the pineapple with a sharp knife. Stand the pineapple upright on its base, and slice off the top and bottom with a straight cut.
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Slice off the outer skin of the pineapple from top to bottom, cutting off the "eyes" (the small brown spots on the skin) as you go. Make sure to cut deep enough to remove all of the skin, but not so deep that you waste too much of the fruit.
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Once you have removed all of the skin, you will be left with the yellow flesh of the pineapple. Now it's time to remove the core. Stand the pineapple on its base again, and cut it in half lengthwise.
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Cut each half into quarters lengthwise, and then cut out the core from each quarter. You can do this by slicing diagonally along the length of the quarter, removing the tough, fibrous center.
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Finally, cut the pineapple into bite-sized pieces or chunks as desired. Enjoy!
Note: If you want to serve the pineapple in a more decorative way, you can also cut it into rings or wedges by first slicing off the top and bottom, then slicing off the skin, and then cutting the pineapple crosswise into rounds or wedges. But remember to remove the core from each slice as well.
Until next time,
Knifey Wifey