How to cut small pumpkins: hot topics and practical tips on the Internet
In the past 10 days, the discussion on cooking techniques and ingredient processing has continued to rise across the Internet, especially the processing methods of autumn seasonal ingredients such as pumpkins have become the focus. This article will give you a detailed analysis of the cutting techniques of small pumpkins based on recent hot topics, and provide a structured data reference.
1. Data statistics on recent hot topics
| Topic classification | heat index | Main platform |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn food processing | 8.7/10 | Douyin, Xiaohongshu |
| Kitchen Safety Tips | 7.9/10 | Station B, Zhihu |
| Creative dish production | 8.2/10 | Weibo, go to the kitchen |
| Knife User Guide | 7.5/10 | WeChat public account |
2. Complete guide to cutting small pumpkins
1. Preparation
Before cutting small pumpkins, you need to make the following preparations: choose pumpkins with smooth and undamaged skin; prepare a sharp chef's knife; pad a non-slip cutting board; prepare a spoon for scooping out the flesh.
| Tool list | Things to note |
|---|---|
| chef knife | Blade length ≥15cm |
| chopping board | Thickness ≥2cm anti-slip model |
| measuring spoon | Stainless steel is the best material |
| Cut-resistant gloves | Recommended for novices |
2. Standard cutting procedures
Step 1: Wash the pumpkin and dry the surface moisture; Step 2: Use the tip of a knife to make a circular incision on the top of the pumpkin; Step 3: Cut it lengthwise along the center line; Step 4: Scoop out the seed pulp with a spoon; Step 5: Cut into cubes or slices as needed.
| Cutting method | Applicable scenarios | Thickness recommendations |
|---|---|---|
| half moon block | Stewed dishes | 2-3cm |
| flakes | Grilled | 0.5cm |
| Thin strips | stir-fry | 0.8×5cm |
| Xiao Ding | soup | 1×1cm |
3. Creative cutting method
Special cutting methods that are popular on social platforms recently: zigzag cutting method is suitable for making pumpkin cups; spiral cutting method can be used to make pumpkin rolls for decoration; grid cutting method can speed up steaming.
3. Safety precautions
According to recent hot topics on kitchen safety, special reminders: keep your fingers bent when cutting; keep the handle of the knife dry; the pumpkin needs to be placed stably; use the heel of the knife to apply force when cutting hard parts.
| Risk point | Precautions |
|---|---|
| Tool slippage | Use a non-slip cutting board |
| pumpkin scroll | Bottom cut flat and fixed |
| Seed pulp adhesion | Microwave for 30 seconds first |
4. Saving skills
If you need to store cut pumpkins: Chunked pumpkins can be refrigerated for 3 days; it is recommended to vacuum-pack and freeze sliced pumpkins; the treated surface can be coated with olive oil to prevent it from drying out.
5. Recommended recent popular pumpkin recipes
Combining the data from various platforms in the past 7 days, the most popular pumpkin dishes include: Korean pumpkin porridge (3.2 million views on Douyin), garlic roasted pumpkin (56,000 collections on Xiaohongshu), and pumpkin cheese tart (Xia Kitchen rating 4.9).
Mastering the handling skills of these small pumpkins will not only improve cooking efficiency, but also ensure safe operation. It is recommended to choose the appropriate cutting method according to the needs of the specific dish, and to keep up to date with the latest trends in kitchen techniques.
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