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What are some techniques to prevent tearing up while cutting onions?

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What are some techniques to prevent tearing up while cutting onions?
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Let someone else cut the onions for you. That is the way I do it.
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Put the onion in the chop blender
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Been told peel under water then your eyes will not begin to cry
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swimming goggles, no joke! they work really well
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Do not breathe
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use a sharp knive its the best way trust me ive been cooking for 16 years!!
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Dont cut the onions stalk till the last moment (the top and bottom) peel the skin then chop ..........no tears! Breath threw mouth!
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I read somewhere that chewing gum works, never tried it though. Give it a go and if it works post back!
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I am NOT sure. I would cut them quickly.
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before cutting, freeze them. so when you cut, you will . never cry
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