Starfruit is one of the fruits that looks beautiful. Also known as starfruit because of its distinctive shape resembling a star. This golden yellow fruit is quite decorative and can be cut into thin, star-shaped slices to decorate lettuce or fruit bowls.
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Part 1 of 3: Preparing the Starfruit for Cutting
Step 1. Wash the starfruit
Rinse under cold running water, scrubbing with your fingers until all the dirt hidden in the crevices is clean. By washing the fruit, chemicals or germs that may be present on the fruit will be rinsed clean so that the fruit is safe to eat.
Step 2. Use a cutting board
It is better to use a cutting board than to cut fruit on the table so that the surface of the table is not scratched. You can use a plastic or wooden cutting board.
Step 3. Take a sharp knife
Be careful when using the knife so you don't cut it. Before use, clean the blade with hot water and soap.
Part 2 of 3: Cutting the Green Edges on Starfruit
Step 1. Cut the fruit
Run the blade of the knife along the green edge of the starfruit. Remove the edges of the fruit that are not orange.
Step 2. Cut both ends
After the edges are cleaned, cut both ends of the starfruit. Remove about 1 cm with a knife. Now, the starfruit will be completely orange. All green or brown parts should be removed.
Step 3. Cut the widest part
On the widest side, slice the cleaned fruit into a star about 1 cm thick.
Step 4. Remove the starfruit seeds
Pieces of fruit may contain seeds. Seeds are mostly found in the center of the fruit. Pierce the center of the starfruit with a knife to remove the seeds.
Part 3 of 3: Cleaning and Serving Starfruit
Step 1. Wash your hands
Starfruit-like citrus fruits-contains acid. So, be careful and keep it away from eyes and open wounds. After cutting the star fruit, wash your hands with warm water and soap to prevent stinging in case you accidentally touch your eyes later.
Step 2. Arrange the starfruit on a plate or bowl
Serve starfruit in a container that you think is suitable, depending on the event. All parts of the star fruit can be eaten. So, don't waste or throw away the edible parts.
Step 3. Clean the cutting board and table surface
Wash the cutting board so it's clean and ready to use to prepare other meals later. Make sure the table is clean of fruit debris because fruit can rot and become smelly over time.
Step 4. Serve the starfruit
Starfruit can be used in a variety of dishes, from chips to mango-orange dip. Plan the recipe in advance so that all the ingredients are prepared from scratch.
