2 different ways to Cut a Watermelon

Yamilette González

Watermelon is a very fresh and delicious fruit. The problem is that it is complicated to cut due to its size and shape, where many times, nice cuts are not achieved. Here we present two different ways to cut a watermelon: into slices and cubes. By reading this tip, you will learn the correct technique to slice the watermelon in less than 5 minutes.

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First of all, you need to cut the watermelon in half. Be careful to hold the fruit firmly with the hand that does not have the knife.
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Now cut each half into two parts to obtain 4 pieces, being very careful not to cut yourself. Done! Each quarter of watermelon will be used for a different cut.
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Watermelon slicesMake vertical cuts along the piece of watermelon, being careful not to cut the rind.
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Finally, run the knife between the pulp and the rind, so you can remove the watermelon slices. When making the cut, you need to follow the oval shape of the fruit, so you won't leave much pulp stuck to the rind.
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Done! Now to give a nicer presentation, with your hand push one slice and keep the next in place, repeat this step until you go through the entire watermelon.
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Watermelon cubesMake vertical cuts along the piece of watermelon, being careful not to cut the rind.
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Now, make horizontal cuts along the watermelon to form the cubes. Remember that your knife should not touch the rind, or it will be very difficult to remove the cubes.
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Finally, run the knife between the pulp and the rind, so you can remove the cubes.
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Done! With the help of a spatula, scoop out the watermelon cubes and place them in a bowl. When making the cut, you need to follow the oval shape of the fruit, so you won't leave much pulp stuck to the rind.
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Done! With the help of a spatula, scoop out the watermelon cubes and place them in a bowl. When making the cut, you need to follow the oval shape of the fruit, so you won't leave much pulp stuck to the rind.