Brits have been chopping peppers wrong and the correct way only takes seconds
A TikToker just humbled all UK households by revealing the best, most convenient and quickest way to cut a bell pepper, and it doesn't take more than five seconds.
Whether they're red, green or yellow, bell peppers are a must-have in the kitchen as they work for a variety of dishes. But, it seems you've been cutting it wrong this entire time, and this genius hack will make it so much easier.
Peppers are widely available in all UK supermarkets and local stores and they're known for their sweet flavour and for being a good source of vitamins and minerals. Interestingly, the UK imports their pepper from Vietnam, followed by India, France, Spain and China.
When it comes to cutting fruits and vegetables, every cook has its way to do so. However, peppers tend to take a little longer because of their amount of seeds. But don't worry, there's a solution for everything, and it won't take you more than five seconds.
The best way to cut a bell pepper
According to a TikToker, you'll spend less time cutting peppers using this life-changing trick. The content creator, whose name is Trace Alexander, posted a video showing six simple food hacks, including strawberries, spinach, chia seeds, and, of course, peppers.
Gathering thousands of views, likes and comments, Trace is known for sharing kitchen life-hacks, recipes and viral trends. With a current 2.4 million following on his TikTok, he's also accumulated 136.9 million likes throughout his videos.
In the short clip, Trace takes a freshly vibrant red pepper and puts it on the chopping board. He then cuts off the bottom and the top, effortlessly slicing the side and cleaning up the guts.
He then places the seedless pepper on the board and begins to cut it horizontally leaving him with a fair amount. As per his genius cutting method, he said: 'I would recommend though to keep rolling the pepper down and then chop away.'
How long do bell peppers last in the fridge?
If you've got any leftovers, you can store bell peppers in the fridge. According to Eating Well, they can last up to five days when stored properly.
Freshly store-bought peppers can last up to one to two weeks in the crisper drawer and not in other areas, as the crisper drawer is the warmest area of the fridge. However, don't wash them before storing them, as it can lead to faster spoilage.
By following this simple trick, you'll be spending less time cutting peppers by avoiding the load of the intense amount of seeds getting stuck on the vegetable.
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