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How to Seed a Pomegranate
How-tos
Ingredients:
- 1 pomegranate (about 280–350 g)
Equipments:
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Medium bowl
20 minutes or less
Gluten-Free
Grain-Free
Soy-Free
Nut-Free
Oil-Free
Refined Sugar-Free
Raw
Features:
20 minutes or less
Gluten-Free
Grain-Free
Soy-Free
Nut-Free
Oil-Free
Refined Sugar-Free
Raw
Nutrition:
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Instructions:
- Remove the Top
Make a shallow circular incision around the crown of the pomegranate. Lift and pry it off like a lid to expose the seeds. - Score Along the Ridges
Look for the raised ridges running from top to bottom. Make shallow cuts along each ridge, through the skin only. - Pull Apart
Hold the pomegranate with both hands and gently pull it open. It will naturally separate into sections along the white pulp walls. - Remove the Seeds
Over a bowl, use your fingers to loosen and pop out the seeds. Discard the white membrane — it is bitter. - Optional Water Method
For less mess, submerge the sections in a bowl of water. Remove seeds underwater — seeds sink, membrane floats. Skim off membrane and drain.
Why These Ingredients
Common Mistakes, Notes, Prep in Advance, Storage, Swaps & Tips
Notes:
- Choose a pomegranate that is heavy for its size and deeply colored — a sign of juicy, ripe seeds.
- The white membrane is completely edible but very bitter — remove as much as possible.
Storage:
- Store seeded arils in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze in a single layer for up to 3 months.
Tips:
- Wear an apron — pomegranate juice stains permanently.
- The water method is messier to set up but keeps juice splashes contained. Best for a large pomegranate.
- Use arils on oatmeal, salads, grain bowls, yogurt, or as a garnish for dips like muhammara or hummus.
How to Seed a Pomegranate
½-¾ Cup (Arils)
Prep 5 min
Prep 5 min
Ingredients:
- 1 pomegranate (about 280–350 g)
Features:
20 minutes or less
Gluten-Free
Grain-Free
Soy-Free
Nut-Free
Oil-Free
Refined Sugar-Free
Raw
Instructions:
- Remove the Top
Make a shallow circular incision around the crown of the pomegranate. Lift and pry it off like a lid to expose the seeds. - Score Along the Ridges
Look for the raised ridges running from top to bottom. Make shallow cuts along each ridge, through the skin only. - Pull Apart
Hold the pomegranate with both hands and gently pull it open. It will naturally separate into sections along the white pulp walls. - Remove the Seeds
Over a bowl, use your fingers to loosen and pop out the seeds. Discard the white membrane — it is bitter. - Optional Water Method
For less mess, submerge the sections in a bowl of water. Remove seeds underwater — seeds sink, membrane floats. Skim off membrane and drain.
