The Easiest, Fastest Way to Peel Pearl Onions | The Kitchn

INGREDIENTS
1 10-ounce package pearl onions
EQUIPMENT
Medium pot
Colander or mesh sieve
Cutting board
Paring knife
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Bring a medium pot of water to a rolling boil on the stovetop. Add all of the pearl onions and keep at a boil for 2 minutes.
2. Strain the onions directly into a colander or mesh sieve.
3. Transfer the blanched onions to a large ice water bath and let sit for 2 to 5 minutes.
4. Strain the onions, removing any ice cubes and shaking off excess water.
5. Place a pearl onion on its side on a cutting board. Hold the onion steady by its stem side and slice off the root end, as close to the root as possible.
6. Use your thumb and forefinger to pinch the stem and push the onion out through the opening created by the root end. The onion will pop out. Discard the root and paper, and repeat with the remaining onions.
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