Some recipes call for peeled tomatoes, like tomato sauce, tomato soup, or chicken stew.
The skin is removed so the tomatoes really break down, and you get a smoother texture.
The only problem is that tomato skin can be hard to remove.
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This method is also great, but it takes a lot more time.
If you are in a hurry, tryspecialforkvideos blanching and shocking technique.
It is the best way to peel and seed a tomato.
Let it come to a simmer.
While waiting for it to simmer, make an ice bath.
Fill a bowl with water and add some ice cubes.
It will help peel the tomato.
Gently lower the tomato to the simmering water.
Heat for 15 seconds.
You want the skin to pull away from the flesh.
Do not cook it for too long.
Get the tomato back to room temperature.
Step 4:
Remove from the ice bath and peel the skin using your hands.
Step 5:
Cut the tomato in half and gently squeeze it horizontally.
Get one half and gently squeeze it.
Using a spoon, remove the seeds.
