How to Chop Broccoli

Cutting broccoli is a simple feat if you understand just one tip: Never cut through the bulb or "floret" and always cut through the stalk instead. The florets will then separate naturally.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• 1 whole head broccoli
• Sharpening Steels
• Sharpening Stones
• Groceries
• Cutting Boards
• Kitchen Utility Knives
• Paring Knives
• Peelers

1. 

   Rinse the head of broccoli before cutting it.

2. Pat dry with paper towels.

3. 

   Select a small sharp knife or a pair of clean kitchen scissors.

4. 

   Follow the stem up from the base as it separates into smaller and smaller stems. Cut only the stems that connect to the top or bulbous "floret" part of the broccoli.

5. 

   Cut the stems about an inch or so below where the florets start.

6. Carefully pull away the florets at the base of the stems. Each floret piece should be about the diameter of a quarter.

7. Cut off more stems until you get up to the remaining florets, and repeat.

8. 

   Peel the bottom portion of the stem with a vegetable peeler to remove the thick outer layer.

9. Cut the stem into pieces about the size of a nickel. The stem pieces should be smaller than the floret pieces because they take longer to cook.

Tips & Warnings

• You can use a similar procedure for cauliflower.