How To Cut a Dragonfruit (Three Simple Ways)

Are you ready to learn how to cut a dragon fruit? Dragon fruit, with its vibrant colors and sweet, refreshing taste, is a true delight for the senses. But before you can enjoy this exotic fruit, you need to know how to cut it properly. In this post, I’ll show you three simple ways to cut and eat dragon fruit.

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Method 1: Peel It With Your Hands (No Knife Needed!)

This method works best if you don't have any cutlery or a knife with you.

Steps:

1. Hold the fruit firmly with one hand and use your other hand to press your thumb or index finger against the skin at the top of the fruit.
2. Apply gentle pressure as you grab the skin and pull, peeling away the skin in a downward motion.
3. Continue peeling away the layers until you reach the flesh of the fruit, which should be white or red, depending on the variety.
4. Once the fruit is peeled, you can eat it like a banana! Or slice the fruit with a knife as required.

Watch me do it step-by-step on this TikTok video.

Method 2: Slice in Half and Scoop with a Spoon

If you’re eating dragonfruit as a snack, this method is perfect.

Steps:

1. Use a sharp knife to slice the fruit in half lengthwise. The skin is soft so this is quite easy. Once the fruit is halved, you will see the vibrant flesh inside.
2. Use a spoon to scoop out the flesh, which should come away easily.
3. The scooped-out flesh can be eaten as is or used in a variety of recipes, such as smoothies, sorbets etc.

Method 3: Cut in Half and Peel with Hands

This is my favorite method for cutting dragonfruit efficiently.

Steps:

1. Use a sharp knife to slice the fruit in half lengthwise, just like in method two.
2. Once the fruit is halved, use your fingers to peel back the skin from the halves, similar to method one.
3. Now you have two dragon fruit halves with the flesh exposed.
4. Use a sharp knife to cut the dragon fruit as you wish.

It’s satisfying and keeps the fruit intact for plating or packing.

Video of How To Cut a Dragonfruit

If you want to watch all three methods demonstrated, check out my YouTube short or see the full breakdown in this popular TikTok video.

How to Tell the Difference Between Red and White Dragonfruit

If you’re trying to figure out whether your dragonfruit is red or white inside without cutting it open, check out my video on how to tell the difference. The outer skin of red dragonfruit usually has darker pink tones and more rounded scales, while white ones tend to have lighter skin with green-tipped spikes. That way, you’ll know exactly what you’re working with before you slice.

Let's Learn How To Cut a Dragon Fruit!

Learning how to cut a dragonfruit doesn’t have to be intimidating. These three simple ways will have you prepping dragonfruit like a pro!

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How To Cut a Dragon Fruit

How to cut a dragon fruit. A breakdown of three methods with photos and video as well recipes for how to eat a dragon fruit.

Active Time5 minutes mins

Total Time5 minutes mins

Course: Snack

Cuisine: Fruit

Keyword: How To Cut a Dragon Fruit

Yield: 3 Dragon Fruit

Cost: $3

Equipment

• 1 knife if using method 2 or 3, no equipment / utensils needed for method 1!

Materials

• 3 pieces dragon fruit any color / variety

Instructions

Method 1

• Hold the fruit firmly with one hand and use your other hand to press your thumb or index finger against the skin at the top of the fruit.
• Apply gentle pressure as you grab the skin and pull, peeling away the skin in a downward motion.
• Continue peeling away the layers until you reach the flesh of the fruit, which should be white or red, depending on the variety.
• Once the fruit is peeled, you can eat it like a banana! Or slice the fruit with a knife as required.

Method 2

• Use a sharp knife to slice the fruit in half lengthwise. The skin is soft so this is quite easy. Once the fruit is halved, you will see the vibrant flesh inside.
• Use a spoon to scoop out the flesh, which should come away easily.
• The scooped-out flesh can be eaten as is or used in a variety of recipes, such as smoothies, sorbets etc.

Method 3

• Use a sharp knife to slice the fruit in half lengthwise, just like in method two.
• Once the fruit is halved, use your fingers to peel back the skin from the halves, similar to method one.
• Now you have two dragon fruit halves with the flesh exposed.
• Use a sharp knife to cut the dragon fruit as you wish.

Video