WATCH: How to Slice a Pineapple

Tropical countries are blessed with the best: juicy, sweet, and vibrant pineapples! It may seem intimidating to slice pineapples yourself, but do not be intimidated by the thick skin that surrounds them. Sharpen your knives and let our video tutorial guide you through it. Here are two ways to slice a pineapple. 

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Technique #1: 

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1  Slice off both ends of the pineapple. 

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2  Slice the pineapple in half.

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3  Turn on its flat side and slice in half again, then slice into quarters.

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4  Remove the core of the pineapple.

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5  Carefully run your knife through the pineapple to remove the tough skin.

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6  Lay on its flat side and slice through. 

Technique #2: 

1  Slice off the two ends of the pineapple.

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2  Slice the pineapple in half.

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3  Start at the top and slice downwards to take off the skin. Remember to follow the shape of the fruit while taking off as little fruit as possible. 

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4  Slice in half, then slice into quarters.

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5  Slice off the core of the pineapple and slice through.

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