How to Dice an Onion: A Step-by-Step Guide

Notes

Keep your knife sharp for safer and more precise cuts. Practice makes perfect, so don't be discouraged if your first few attempts are uneven.

Steps

1. 1 Start by trimming off the root end of the onion, leaving the stem end intact to hold the layers together.
2. 2 Peel off the papery skin and any outer layers that appear tough or discolored.
3. 3 Cut the onion in half from root to stem, then lay each half flat on the cutting board.
4. 4 Make vertical cuts parallel to the root end, spacing them according to your desired dice size.
5. 5 Turn the onion half 90 degrees and make horizontal cuts across the vertical ones, again spacing to match your desired size.
6. 6 Finally, chop across the onion to separate the diced pieces.
7. 7 For safety, always use a sharp knife and curl your fingers under while holding the onion.