How to Cut a Pomegranate
Updated Dec 19, 2025
This tutorial shows how to cut a pomegranate and remove its seeds. Follow my step-by-step guide with pictures to easily cut a pomegranate.
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Learn how to Cut Pomegranate!
So, what is really the best way to cut pomegranate? There are so many different theories out there, but one thing is for sure – it’s a messy fruit to cut! Still, it’s much cheaper to cut it at home, and should only take 5-10 minutes of your time! See my step-by-step photos below for how to cut a pomegranate and the best way to release the seeds after you’ve cut it!
Happy Cooking!
– Yumna
How to Cut a Pomegranate
How to Cut Pomegranate
This tutorial shows a simple method for how to cut a pomegranate and de-seed it. Follow my technique to cut into segments & remove the arils
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Ingredients
- 1 Pomegranate
Instructions
- Holding the pomegranate firmly on a cutting board, make a ¼ inch incision across the top part of the fruit on the stem side. Remove the top portion and discard.
- You'll notice the pomegranate is divided into four sections by the white pulp. Using the blade of the knife, carefully make an incision from the open part of the fruit following the pulp all the way to the bottom of the fruit. Repeat for the remaining sections.
- Use your hands to pull apart the four sections and remove the large pulp in the middle.
- Place the pomegranate in your hand and place it over a bowl with water with the seeds facing your palm. Using the back of a wooden spoon, tap the skin of the pomegranate until most of the seeds have fallen out. You’ll notice the pulp will float and the seeds will sink, which helps separate them easily.
- Remove the remaining seeds by hand if needed, making sure to toss out the pulp.
Notes
Storage: Store any unused pomegranate seeds in an airtight container in the fridge. They will last up to five days. You can also freeze them for up to three months.
Photo Credit: Erin Jensen
Nutrition
Calories: 234kcal, Carbohydrates: 53g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 3g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 8mg, Potassium: 666mg, Fiber: 11g, Sugar: 39g, Vitamin C: 29mg, Calcium: 28mg, Iron: 1mg
Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.
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Recipe Tips
- Use a large bowl. This will help you contain the mess either so there’s a larger surface area for the pomegranate seeds to fall into.
- Keep mess to a minimum. If you have counters that easily stain, place the water bowl in your sink and work over it. Alternatively, skip the part where you hit the fruit with a spoon, and use your hands to release the seeds. You can even do this while your hands and the fruit are submerged under water to limit the seeds from breaking and making stains.
- Clean up stains with ease. Act quickly, usually just some wet paper towel will work if you are quick about wiping down countertops. A paste of baking soda and lemon juice works on hands and cutting boards!
- Choose a good one! Look for a pomegranate that is heavy for its size. The skin should be firm, smooth and slightly leathery, but not mushy.
Recipes to Make with Pomegranate Seeds
- In a drink like this Pomegranate Smoothie or my Pomegranate Mocktail
- Add to to a salad like my Pomegranate Salad or Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad
- Use as a garnish like in this Pomegranate Roasted Chicken Thighs & Potatoes or Roasted Delicata Squash
- Or make one of my pantry staples, Homemade Pomegranate Molasses,
Comments
Sooo genius and easy! Thank you for creating this little hack! Never buying over priced de-seeded pomegranates from the grocery store ever again.
Yay! So glad this hack will come in handy!