How to extract pomegranate seeds

pomegranate seeds can be extracted through methods such as squeezing, soaking, tapping, slicing, and tool assisted extraction.

1. Squeezing Method

Cut the pomegranate in half and gently squeeze the skin with your hand to allow the pomegranate seeds to fall off naturally. This method is suitable for mature pomegranates, and attention should be paid to the strength during operation to avoid damaging the flesh. The squeezed pomegranate seeds can be scooped out directly with a spoon, and any remaining film can be manually cleaned.

2. Soaking Method

Soak the sliced pomegranate in clean water, peel off the skin with your hands, and the pomegranate seeds will sink to the bottom of the water while the white membrane floats up. By separating through a filter, complete pomegranate seeds can be obtained, which can maintain the integrity of the seeds and avoid juice splashing.

3. Knocking Method

Use the back of a knife or spoon to lightly tap the outer skin of a pomegranate to loosen the internal seeds, and then pour out the seeds from the incision. When tapping, the force should be controlled to avoid damaging the structure of the fruit flesh, which is suitable for pomegranate varieties with thick skin. After processing, residual film needs to be manually picked.

4. Slicing method

Cut along the protruding part of the top of the pomegranate and uncover the top cover. Cut vertically several times along the white diaphragm pattern, divide the pomegranate into petals, and then reverse the opening. This method can maintain the integrity of the seeds in the fruit petals and is suitable for scenes that require decoration and plating.

5. Tool assisted method

Use a specialized pomegranate seed extractor or silicone seed pressing tool to separate the seeds from the skin through a squeezing device. Tools can improve seed extraction efficiency, but it is important to choose food grade materials and clean them promptly after use to avoid bacterial growth. The pomegranate seeds extracted from

can be consumed directly or used to make juice, which is rich in antioxidant components such as vitamin C and anthocyanins. It is recommended to choose fresh pomegranates with full and non sunken skin, and soak and clean the skin with salt water before taking the seeds. Pomegranate seeds that are not consumed in a timely manner can be stored in refrigeration, but should be consumed as soon as possible to ensure that nutrients are not lost. Wearing gloves during handling can avoid staining with juice, and children should use knives under adult supervision.