Bell Pepper, Coring, Seeding, and Slicing or Chopping

Cut around the core of the pepper, twist, and pull it out. Halve the pepper lengthwise, scrape out the seeds, and cut away the protruding inside ribs. Set a pepper half, cut side down, on the board and press down with the heel of your hand to flatten it. With a large knife, slice it lengthwise into strips. For chopped peppers, bunch slices together with your hand and dice crosswise.