How to Peel a Tomato in 7 Quick Steps

Tomatoes are easier to peel than you think.

Here's 7 quick steps on how to do it quickly:

1. Make a few vertical slits on the tomato
with a sharp knife

2. Boil enough water in a pot to cover tomato

3. Once water is boiling remove the pot from
the heat

4. Plunge the tomato in the boiling water for
about 10 seconds

5. Carefully remove the tomato from the water
with tongs

6. Allow to cool on your countertop

7. Now the peel will easily come off the tomato
by pulling it gently with your fingers