How to Peel Nectarines

Nectarines are small, round fruits that are closely related to peaches. In fact, one of the main differences between a peach and a nectarine is that peach skin has a furry appearance, while the skin of a nectarine is smooth. Although nectarine skin is edible, many people prefer to peel nectarines, especially when using the flesh in recipes. You can make peeling nectarines easier by briefly placing them in boiling water.

Things You'll Need

• Pot
• Water
• Stove
• Tongs
• Slotted spoon
• Bowl
• Ice

Instructions

1. Fill a large cooking pot 1/2 full of plain tap water and place it on a stove burner. Turn the burner on high and wait for the water to boil.

2. Place the nectarines into the boiling water and allow them to sit for 30 to 60 seconds.

3. Remove the nectarines from the boiling water using tongs or a slotted spoon.

4. Fill another large bowl 1/2 full with plain water and add one to two cups of ice.

5. Put the nectarines into the ice water and let them cool.

6. Take a nectarine out of the ice water and press your fingernail slightly into the flesh of the fruit. Peel back the skin by grasping the edge firmly and pulling. Continue until all of the skin has been removed from the nectarine. Repeat the process with all the other nectarines.

References

• PickYourOwn.org: How to Make Apricot, Peach, Plum or Nectarine Jam
• Michigan Peach Sponsors: What Are the Differences Between a Peach and a Nectarine?