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How to peel peaches

Total Time: 10 minutes
Author: Shinee
Here is how to easily peel one peach or a whole bunch of them!
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Ingredients

  • Fresh peaches

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
  • Using a sharp paring knife, cut a large but shallow x into the bottom of each peach.
  • Carefully submerge the peaches into the simmering water and blanch for 30 seconds or so.
  • Use a slotted spoon or a spider skimmer to transfer the peaches to a large bowl of ice water.
  • Once cool enough to handle, gently pull the skin away from the peach starting from the X.

Notes

TIP: Don't blanch the peaches too long, or they will get mushy. They need just enough to loosen the peel.