How to Seed and Juice a Pomegranate

• Start by gathering all your tools and ingredients. Lay out your large bowl, small knife, and the dark-colored kitchen towel on your countertop to minimize mess and stay organized.
• Place the pomegranate on a cutting board. Using your small sharp knife, cut off the crown (the top) of the pomegranate to reveal the inner sections.
• Gently score the skin of the pomegranate from top to bottom with shallow cuts, making about 4-6 sections. Avoid cutting too deep to prevent slicing through the seeds.
• Hold the pomegranate over your large bowl and gently pull it apart along the scored lines. The sections should naturally separate, allowing the seeds to fall into the bowl.
• Using your fingers or the back of a spoon, gently tap the pomegranate sections to release any remaining seeds. The dark kitchen towel will catch any juice splatters.
• Place the extracted seeds in a colander or strainer with small holes and rinse under cold water to remove any bitter pith. Allow them to drain thoroughly.
• Transfer the rinsed seeds to a blender. Add a small amount of water if you prefer thinner juice. Blend on high speed until seeds are broken down and juice is released.
• Pour the blended mixture through a mesh strainer or slotted spoon into a clean container. Use the back of a spoon to press and extract as much juice as possible. Discard the remaining pulp.
• Enjoy your fresh pomegranate juice! Use it in cocktails, smoothies, salad dressings, or drink it as is.