How to peel raw bell peppers?
In summer, there's nothing better than a delicious salad, especially if it's prepared with the most colorful and flavorful vegetable of the season: bell peppers! To make your dish lighter and more easily digestible, however, we recommend peeling the peppers using the simple step-by-step procedure below:
Ingredients
Materials
- Spoon or knife
- Cutting board
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Preparation
Wash and dry the peppers, then cut into quarters following the grooves. Clean each quarter, removing the white part and seeds.
Remove the skin using a vegetable peeler (or a sharp knife, although this is less practical).
Your raw peppers are peeled and ready to use in your recipes!
Observations
How long do raw, skinless peppers keep?
Approximately 4-5 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Can I freeze peeled raw peppers?
Yes, cut them into pieces and place in freezer bags.
How can I use raw peppers?
Raw peppers are excellent as a side dish, or can be added as an ingredient to a colorful summer pasta salad.
Can I peel cooked peppers?
Of course you can! To remove the skin from your peppers, you can use the oven, air fryer, microwave or frying pan.
How do I choose the best peppers?
When buying peppers at the supermarket, make sure the flesh is firm and smooth. They shouldn't be wrinkled or have spots on the surface. When you pick them up, try to select the heaviest (which is usually also the ripest).
