Learn to Cut Pineapple, in Pictures
Pineapple can be intimidating to prep, but it's time to stop buying plastic containers full of precut fruit and learn how to properly cut one. Even if it feels a little awkward at first, in time, it'll be a breeze. If you want to learn an easy way to do it, then take a look at these step-by-step photos.
— Additional reporting by Nicole Perry
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsLay the pineapple on its side and cut the top. 1 / 12
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsRotate the pineapple and cut off the bottom. This way, the pineapple can stand up on either end. 2 / 12
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsRun the knife down the length of the pineapple. You want to cut in deep enough so that all the prickly brown bits are cut off. I make about seven cuts, but you could do more or less, depending on how much you chop off, and how big your pineapple is. 3 / 12
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsTrim off any remaining skin. Also, use a melon baller to cut out the tough brown eyes in the flesh of the fruit. 4 / 12
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsThis is what it looks like when all the outside pieces have been removed. 5 / 12
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsNext, cut the pineapple down the center. 6 / 12
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsRotate the knife 90 degrees and cut through the center again, resulting in four even pineapple pieces. 7 / 12
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsFor each piece, slice off the tough core, which is found in the center of the fruit. Some people actually like the fibrous core and leave it in, although it should be noted that it can irritate your mouth. 8 / 12
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsNow you have ready-to-cut pineapple spears. 9 / 12
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsLine up the spears and cut them in half. 10 / 12
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsChop them into the width of your liking. 11 / 12
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette RobertsTa da! Now you're ready to eat pineapple cubes. They'd be an excellent addition to a smoothie, ceviche, or a salad. 12 / 12
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