The Math Behind the Perfect Onion Dice
2025-08-17
Millions of YouTube views prove it: dicing an onion perfectly is a common quest. This article dives into the optimal onion-cutting technique, using mathematical modeling and standard deviation calculations to reveal that radial cuts, aimed at approximately 96% of the onion's radius, yield the most uniform pieces, outperforming vertical cuts. While perfect uniformity might not drastically improve your cooking, the study offers a fascinating example of applying mathematics to everyday problems.