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How to Open a Pomegranate
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Prep Time
20 min -
Cook Time
0 min -
Servings
1 serving(s)
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- Cut:With a sharp paring knife cut off the top about 1/2 inch below the crown.
- Loosen:Over a bowl of water, use your fingers to loosen the arils {the flesh-covered seeds} and drop them into the bowl. the arils will sink to the bottom.
- Score:Once the top is off, you'll see four to six sections. With your knife point, score the skin at each section.
- Scoop:Use a spoon to scoop out the pieces of whit membrane that have floated to the top.
- Open:Separate the pomegranate at each score, so that you have individual sections.
- Strain:Pour the remaining liquid through a strainer place the arils in your favourite dish and enjoy.
- Use them to brighten up a green salad.
- Sprinkle on yogurt or stir them into a dry cereal or oatmeal.
- Sprinkle them over your main dish for a lively, appetizing garnish.