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How to Dice an Onion in 30 Seconds
The classic three-cut method that professional chefs use to dice onions quickly and uniformly every time.
Why It Matters?
Uniform onion dice means even cooking. Pieces of different sizes cook at different rates, leaving you with some burnt and some raw. This one technique will instantly improve soups, sauces, and stir-fries.
Step-by-Step
- 1Cut the onion in half through the root end. Peel off the skin.
- 2Place the flat side down. Make 3–4 horizontal cuts toward the root, stopping about 1 cm before it.
- 3Make 5–6 vertical cuts from top to root, again stopping before the root.
- 4Slice across the onion to release uniform dice. The root holds everything together until the final cuts.
Pro Tips
- 1Keep the root intact — it is your handle.
- 2A sharp knife causes fewer tears than a dull one.
- 3Chill the onion for 15 minutes before cutting to reduce eye irritation.
