How to peel peaches?

What is the best/easiest method to peel peaches?

Best Answer

By far the easiest method is to use a pan of hot water and a bowl of ice water. Essentially, bring a pan of water (enough water to cover the peach to a boil. Meanwhile, with a sharp knife, make a small 'X' shaped incision in the top and bottom of each peach.

When the water is boiling gently place a few of the peaches into the water and simmer for around 20 seconds, just until the skin can be seen coming away. At this point use a slotted spoon to remove the fruit from the boiling water and place them in the ice water. After 20 or 30 seconds you should be able to remove the skin with your fingers.

The same technique is used with tomatoes

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Quick Answer about "How to peel peaches?"

Boil a large pot of water. Choose a pot big enough to fit several peaches at a time.

Blanch peaches: Reduce heat to a simmer and lower peaches into the water. Let them blanch in the water for about 30 seconds.

Place them in an ice bath. ...

Peel the skins off.

How do you peel peaches without blanching them?

Use a sharp knife, like a small paring knife to make a shallow 2-inch wide \u201cX\u201d on the bottom of each peach. The hot water lifts the skin where the knife score is. This creates a little tab that makes it easier to grab and pull the skin off with your fingers.

Do you cut skin off peaches?

Since the skins on the sliced peaches will soften during baking, they'll be very tender in the final dish. But if you'd rather not have them in your cobbler or other peach recipes, it's perfectly OK to peel the peaches first. You can also leave the skin on for many savory peach recipes.

How do you peel peaches for peach cobbler?

Place the peach in boiling water for about 60 seconds. Using a slotted spoon, remove the peach from the boiling water and place it into a a bowl filled with ice and water. As soon as the peach is cool enough to handle, use a paring knife to remove the softened skin.

Do you peel fresh peaches before eating?

Peach skin is edible and for out-of-hand eating many people find it quite acceptable. However, some recipe preparations such as ice cream, tarts or pies specify that the peaches be peeled before using. If just one peach is called for, it may indeed make sense to peel them as your mother did.