How to Peel a Boiler Onion (4 Steps)
Slightly larger than tiny pearl onions, boiler onions come in white, yellow and red varieties. These miniature onions are typically peeled and used whole to add flavor and visual appeal to roasted meats, casseroles, stews and soups. Boiler onions have stubborn, paper-thin skins that are tough to remove, which is only further exasperated by their diminutive size. Immersing them briefly in boiling water loosens the skins, however, making them much easier and faster to remove.
Things You'll Need
- Pot
- Pearl Onions
- Paring knife
Instructions
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Fill a pot with water on and bring to a boil on the stove.
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Place the onions in the boiling water for one to two minutes.
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Drain the hot water from the onions and cover with cold water to quickly cool.
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Pinch the stem end of each boiler onion to easily slip off the skins. Use a paring knife if necessary to peel off any skin that does not come off.
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