How to Remove Tough Strings from Celery

Celery strings can be a little tough and chewy sometimes and when they are, it is best to remove them so that you can enjoy the rest of the celery, either as a snack or as part of a dish.

Steps

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    Make a small cut at the base of the stalk. This cut should be about 3cm/1.1" in length.
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    Use a sharp knife to pull the strings down towards the cut. When the strings reach the cut, the will lift automatically.
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    Try an alternative method. If preferred, you can use a vegetable peeler and lightly peel off the strings.
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    Are I supposed to pull out the strings from a stalk of celery?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    You don't have to, but it makes for a better celery-eating experience.
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Things You'll Need

  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Vegetable peeler (alternative method)

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Updated: October 21, 2021
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Categories: Food Cutting Techniques | Fruits and Vegetables
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