Introducing the '60-Second Pomegranate Deseeder'

I confess, I’m an occasional impulse-buyer. I try not to be, but on rare occasions, I’ve been lured into buying a specialty kitchen tool or two at Bed Bath and Beyond, Williams-Sonoma or Sur La Table. (By the way, I’m STILL trying to find the mantimatic, so if any of you can offer me a purchasing source in the USA, I would be forever grateful!)

As Doug and I entered The Fresh Market recently, we were greeted by a beautiful display of bright, plump pomegranates. Perched next to the fruit was a stack of green plastic things called the ‘60-Second Pomegranate De-seeder’. The cost - $3.99.  In the cart it went, along with one of those fabulous-looking  pomegranates.

(FYI: I noticed Amazon.com is offering the same de-seeder for $14.99, so $3.99 is a real bargain!)

The makers of the de-seeder provide ordering information as well as a how-to video on their website. It’s no surprise that there are already a number of independent online videos showing the de-seeding technique. Check it out- It’s a bit messy (wear an apron or an old shirt), but, it’s easy and so much fun!

Follow these simple steps:
Wash the pomegranate

Trim away the small crown 

Cut the pomegranate in half

Make 4 to 5 slits around the pomegranate

Place the deseeder on a large plate

Place the pomegranate, cut-side down, onto the deseeder

Using the back of a large spoon, give the fruit several good smacks to dislodge the seeds onto the plate

Separate and discard any pieces of membrane from the seeds



2. Cut in half

1. Trim the crown



3. Score with knife

                       

                                 4. Tap firmly all around

5. Remove deseeder and discard membrane bits

6. End up with beautiful pomegranate arils