How To Peel and Seed a Tomato

Learn how to peel and seed a tomato in four easy steps with our easy-to-follow guide.

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Step 1: Remove the Stem

Use a paring knife to carefully cut the stem out of the tomato

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Step 2: Plunge Into Hot Then Cold Water

Plunge the tomato into boiling water for 15 seconds if ripe, 30 seconds if underripe. Drain the tomato in a colander and place immediately in an ice bath.

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Step 3: Peel Off the Skin

Peel back the skin in strips by pinching it between your thumb and a paring knife.

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Step 4: Squeeze and Remove Seeds

Cut tomato in half crosswise. Hold half in your hand and gently squeeze, removing the seeds with your fingers or a spoon.

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How To Peel and Seed a Tomato

Step 1: Remove the Stem

Step 2: Plunge Into Hot Then Cold Water

Step 3: Peel Off the Skin

Step 4: Squeeze and Remove Seeds

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How To Peel and Seed a Tomato

Step 1: Remove the Stem

Step 2: Plunge Into Hot Then Cold Water

Step 3: Peel Off the Skin

Step 4: Squeeze and Remove Seeds

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