How to Cut a Plum With a Paring Knife
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Learn how to cut a plum to open it up to its many flavor possibilities. This stone fruit can be eaten raw, added to desserts, grilled and even pickled.
Recommended Knife:
4" Gourmet Paring Knife
The length of the sharp blade and its slightly rounded belly make it ideal for slicing small- to medium-sized fruits and vegetables.
How to Cut a Plum
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Use a 4" Gourmet Paring Knife to carefully cut around the circumference of the plum from the stem-side down.![]()
Twist the two halves apart to expose the seed.![]()
Gently squeeze the half with the seed to loosen it, and remove.![]()
Lay the halves flat on the cutting board and slice to the desired thickness.
Quick Tip
Try grilling plums to deepen their sweetness.
How to Know if a Plum is Ripe
- The plum should feel heavy in your hand and have "give" at the end opposite the stem.
- Avoid plums with bruises or blemishes.
- To quickly soften hard plums, place them in a brown paper bag on the counter for a couple of days.
- Store ripe plums in the refrigerator.
Try It
Once you've mastered how to cut a plum, use the technique to make one of these tasty recipes:
Plum, Peach and Jicama Salad with Plum Vinaigrette
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