How to Cut a Bell Pepper

Wondering how to cut a pepper? Here’s a step-by-step guide and video showing you how to cut a pepper without getting seeds all over the place.

Video: How to cut a pepper

Wondering how to cut a pepper but not sure what the best way is? Alex and I use a great method of cutting peppers that doesn’t end up with seeds all over the counter! (Anyone have this problem?) We use this method all the time, like when making our grilled veggie fajitas or our best teriyaki veggie stir fry. Here’s our step-by-step guide to slicing a pepper, including a video of me slicing peppers in our kitchen.

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How to cut a pepper step by step

Step 1

Using a large chef’s knife, cut straight on each side to form 4 even pieces of pepper. This will keep the seeds and ribs in the center intact.

2nd step

Cut off the top and bottom of the peppers and remove the stalk.

step 3

Place the peppers skin-side down and thinly slice. (If you plan on dicing the peppers, make larger slices.)

step 4

When dicing the peppers, turn the slices over and cut across into squares.

And there you have it: How to Cut a Pepper in 4 Easy Steps!

Let us know if you try our method of slicing a pepper and let us know how it goes in the comments below.

Best chef knives and cutting boards

Alex and I are often asked about the best cookware. And every time we reply: “A good, well-sharpened chef’s knife! A good knife can greatly improve your time in the kitchen and last for years (we’ve had our chef’s knives for over 10 years). Here are some of the knives we recommend, along with cutting boards and the best knife sharpener. These recommendations are perfect for outfitting your own kitchen, or great gifts for a wedding registry or someone who loves to cook!

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