Learn all about seeding pomegranate the easy way with this simple tutorial. No painstakingly picking seeds here – enjoy pomegranate arils fast!
Of all the different fruits, I think the pomegranate is one of the most interesting. You can’t bite into it. Do you know how to peel a pomegranate? It’s not intuitive like peeling a banana or an orange.
Seeding a pomegranate takes patience, and until recently, it took some planning ahead too.
My trusty Joy of Cooking was the first to tell me how to seed pomegranates:
- Make a shallow cut all the way around the pomegranate.
- Carefully peel it open.
- While submerged in water, gently pull out the seeds from the membranes.
I did this, but this method took FOREVER. Literally, Mr. Crumbs and I planned seeding a pomegranate on a calendar. He’d do the work while I did something else on the counter next to him.
It was great to be productive together, but after a few times, we became weary of the work involved and opted to skip pomegranates when we saw them on sale. Not even 25¢ a piece was tempting amidst the full-hour pomegranate bonanza that would soon follow.
And then I stumbled on an awesome method for seeding pomegranates in less than two minutes. Folks, my world is complete. Obviously, I can’t keep this to myself!
I present: seeding pomegranate THE EASY WAY!
HOW TO PEEL A POMEGRANATE
Learning how to get the seeds out of a pomegranate is one of my favorite kitchen hacks, and it’s also:
- Quick
- Super easy
- Cost-effective
If you start seeding pomegranates yourself, you save money by buying just the fruit instead of a container of pomegranate arils. And since it won’t take you but a couple of minutes to get the seeds out, I consider that money well saved!
TOOLS FOR HOW TO CUT A POMEGRANATE
Ready to learn how to cut a pomegranate and get those yummy seeds out? Here’s what you need:
HOW TO GET THE SEEDS OUT OF A POMEGRANATE
Step 1. Using a sharp knife to cut, slice the pomegranate fruit in half, through the center (NOT from the top stem of the pomegranate down).
Step 2. Hold one half of the pomegranate upside down in one hand, over a large bowl. Whack the pomegranate with the back of the spoon, in between the center and the edge of the fruit. Rotate the fruit until the majority of the seeds (also called arils) have fallen out. The pomegranate will not be as rigid as you work your way around, so be careful not to hit your fingers or thumbs!
Step 3. Turn the fruit over to see if any areas were missed and repeat as needed.
Step 4. Turn the fruit inside out and use your fingers to gently remove the last few remaining seeds.
Step 5. Repeat with the bottom of the pomegranate.
Step 6. Fill the bowl with cool water. The white pith membranes will float to the top, and the seeds will sink to the bottom of the bowl. Use your hands to filter out the white pith membranes and agitate the seeds. Repeat a few times until all the membranes have been removed.
Store your pomegranate seeds in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
HOW TO EAT POMEGRANATE SEEDS
Even when in season, the best pomegranates are still a bit of a luxury. They’re not like bananas, that I’m so often willing to throw into any recipe. But you still have plenty of options to enjoy them now that you know how easy seeding pomegranates can be!
HOW TO.CUT A POMEGRANATE FAQS
What is the easiest way to seed a pomegranate?
This seeding method for pomegranates is way easier than any other method I’ve found!
What part of the pomegranate is edible?
The seeds, or arils, of the pomegranate are the edible part. After seeding pomegranates, discard the rind and the white pith.
Do you need water for seeding a pomegranate?
You don’t NEED it, but water makes the membrane bits come off the seeds easier, so you’re left with just the yummy arils and less mess.
When is pomegranate season?
The best time to buy pomegranate is from September to February. The prices will be lower and the fruit more flavorful.
MORE TIPS AND TRICKS FOR FRESH FRUIT
That’s how to.cut a pomegranate! Do you have any tips or hacks?
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