How To Peel an Avocado

Here are the 5 steps you need to peel an avocado so you can create your favorite avocado recipes with ease.

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Step 1: Slice the Avocado

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Slice all the way around the pit and through both ends of the fruit with a chef's knife.

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Step 2: Separate Halves

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Twist the halves in opposite directions and pull them apart.

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Step 3: Ditch the Pit

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Tap the pit sharply with the knife and twist the blade to lift the pit.

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Step 4: Cut Lines

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With a paring knife, score each avocado half by cutting parallel lines down to the peel and then cutting another set perpendicular to the first ones.

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Step 5: Scoop Loose Pieces

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Use a large spoon to scoop the avocado pieces into a bowl. Since avocado flesh quickly turns brown when exposed to air, sprinkle with a little fresh lemon juice to slow discoloration.

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Step 2: Separate Halves

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Step 3: Ditch the Pit

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Step 4: Cut Lines

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Step 5: Scoop Loose Pieces

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Step 2: Separate Halves

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Step 3: Ditch the Pit

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Step 4: Cut Lines

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Step 5: Scoop Loose Pieces

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