How to peel and core an apple with a knife

How to peel and core an apple with a knife?

Use an over-sharp chef’s knife to cut around the apple, removing the skin and discarding it. For a perfectly peeled apple, use a paring knife to cut the core of the apple lengthwise and then cut it into quarters (so you have four pieces). Then, cut each quarter in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.

How to peel and core an apple with a Japanese knife?

To cut an apple with a Japanese knife you need to cut a small, shallow cross into the top to prevent the knife from slipping. You can then cut down the length of the apple to remove the core, leaving the skin. You can also cut the apple lengthwise if you prefer. A Japanese knife is easy to learn and will make quick work of cutting up your apples.

How to peel and core an apple with a paring knife?

Here’s one of the easiest ways to do it: First, pierce the skin about one-third of the way down from the top of the apple with your paring knife. Then, use a rocking or sawing motion to cut out a section of the apple that includes the core. Remove the core and throw it away. You can easily remove the skin by grasping the top of the apple with your hand and twisting it in opposite directions.

How to peel apples with a knife?

One of the best ways to peel apples is to cut off both ends of the apple, and then cut the peel off each side. Leaving the core attached will make the apples easier to cut up into small pieces later. Then, cut the apple into quarters lengthwise. Next, turn the quarters over and take a short, deep cut down the length of the apple to separate the peel from the flesh. Finally, cut the pieces into cubes.

How to core an apple with a knife?

The easiest way to do it is to score the apple, then stick your knife into the cut and twist the blade. This will make it easier to remove the core. You can do it the same way if you want to remove the seeds, too. If you like, you can dip the cut apple in lemon juice to keep it from browning.