Halve and pit
Cutting around the seed of a stone fruit or avocado, twisting the halves apart, and removing the pit. The most efficient way to break into one for slicing or scooping.
Used for
- avocados
- peaches
- plums
- cherries
In the kitchen
- Run knife around the seed lengthwise.
- Twist halves in opposite directions.
- Tap the knife heel into the pit and twist out.
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