How to Peel a Tomato

Some recipes call for peeled tomatoes. But just how do you do that? You may be surprised at how easy it actually is! Just follow these simple steps.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• pot of water
• stove
• large heat-safe bowl

1. Fill a large pot with enough water to cover your tomatoes (but do not place them in the water), and bring that water to a boil.

2. Place the tomatoes into a large, heat-safe bowl. You will use this bowl to soak them in the boiling water, so it's important that it be heat-safe.

3. Pour the boiling water over the tomatoes. Let them sit for a few moments, until you see the skins begin to crack and peel away from the tomato.

4. Using a slotted spoon, take the tomatoes out of the water and place them on a heat-safe surface to cool.

5. Once you can handle them safely, peel the skin off the tomatoes. The skin should very easily come off.

Tips & Warnings

• If the skin doesn't peel easily, you will need to dunk them in the water again.
• The water must be boiling hot.