Fast techniques for peeling potatoes
A good peeler and the right technique speed up peeling. Use a sharp swivel peeler or a Y-peeler and hold the potato steady while drawing the peeler toward you or away depending on comfort. For small jobs, boil briefly and the skins will slip off easily—this is useful for new potatoes.
Peeling tips:
- Choose a sharp peeler and keep it clean.
- Peel away from your hands to avoid slips.
- For many potatoes, consider using a dedicated potato peeler tool that fits over the tuber for rapid work.
Alternative methods:
- Blanch and shock: Boil whole potatoes with skins on for a few minutes, plunge into ice water, and the skins can be rubbed off.
- Oven or microwave: For baked potatoes, the skin can be left on and scraped or peeled after cooking if desired.
With practice and the right tools, peeling becomes a quick, safe step in meal prep.