Heres a hint: Put the fruit down.
I start by slicing into the flesh lengthwise until my knife hits the pit.
That is until I learnedhow frequently people seriously injure themselvesusing the same technique that I have used.
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It is, of course, dangerous.
An unripe avocado’s hard interior is slippery.
That makes the fruit difficult to handle.
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Once you’ve selected your ripe avocado, Marquardt suggests removing its stem for easier slicing.
For an added layer of protection, wrap each cut half with plastic wrap first.
The less exposure to air, the better!
