Remove seeds
Scooping out the pith and seeds of peppers, tomatoes, or cucumbers. For chiles, it cuts heat; for tomatoes and cukes, it cuts wateriness.
Used for
- bell peppers
- jalapeños
- tomatoes
- cucumbers
In the kitchen
- halve lengthwise, scrape with a spoon
- wear gloves with hot chiles
- save tomato seeds for stock — they're flavorful
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