Preparing Fresh Korean Melon: Beautiful Cuts for Various Enjoyments
Let’s Enjoy Korean Melon in Many Ways! Essential Preparation Techniques
Slice it whole, into half-moons, or even create fun ribbon shapes! Discover all the ways to prepare the refreshing and sweet Korean melon. This guide offers detailed, easy-to-follow steps for perfect slicing.
Ingredients
- 1 ripe Korean melon
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by thoroughly washing the Korean melon under running water. This step removes any dirt or debris from the skin.
Step 2
Trim off both ends of the melon, about 0.5 cm each, using a knife to create clean edges.
Step 3
Next, carefully peel the skin off the melon using a peeler or a paring knife. Aim for a thin peel, as the skin can be delicate.
Step 4
Cut the peeled melon in half lengthwise, then cut each half into two pieces, resulting in four wedges. You can remove the seedy core if you prefer.
Step 5
**[Whole Slice Cut]** Take the peeled melon. Slice it into bite-sized, round pieces, about 2-3 cm thick. This is a simple and quick way to prepare it for immediate enjoyment.
Step 6
**[Half-Moon Slice Cut]** Again, trim off both ends of the melon with a knife.
Step 7
Cut the peeled melon in half lengthwise.
Step 8
Peel the skin thinly. (This step is for when you haven’t peeled the melon yet for the half-moon cut.)
Step 9
Take the halved melon and slice it into 2-3 bite-sized pieces each, creating half-moon shapes. These are perfect for salads or fruit platters.
Step 10
**[Ribbon Slice Cut]** Trim off both ends of the melon with a knife.
Step 11
Cut the peeled melon in half lengthwise.
Step 12
Place the halved melon cut-side up. Make shallow ‘X’ shaped scores along the center of the skin. The key is to only score the skin surface lightly.
Step 13
With the scored skin side facing up, tilt your knife at an angle and peel thinly, as if you were creating ribbons. Be careful not to break the melon flesh. Slice thinly and long so they naturally curl into a ribbon-like shape.
Step 14
Now, arrange your beautifully prepared ribbon-cut Korean melon on a plate. This is a magical way to make fruit more appealing, especially for children!
