Why Remove Seeds From Tomatoes?

Tomato seeds are usually removed so that they don’t affect the texture or consistency of a dish. But, when left intact, tomato seeds add additional flavor and nutrients.

What Is The Easiest Way To Remove Seeds From Tomatoes?

Cut the top quarter of the tomato off, and use a small spoon to scoop out the seeds.

How Do You Peel Tomatoes Without Boiling Them?

To peel a tomato without any cooking involved, first split them into 4 long quarters. Place each quarter skin side down and use a sharp knife to cut as close to the skin as possible, removing all of the flesh.

How To Peel And Deseed A Tomato In 6 Steps

Description

Learn how to peel and deseed tomatoes quickly and with minimal equipment.

Ingredients

Tomatoes, 1 each

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Instructions

Rinse tomatoes thoroughly under cold water.
With a sharp knife, score the bottom of the tomato with a shallow “X” incision.
Place the scored tomatoes in a large pot of boiling water for 15-20 seconds.
Remove the tomatoes and place them directly in a water bath and allow them to cool completely.
Starting from the scored “X” on the bottom of the tomato, peel the skin down towards the stem until it is all removed.
Use a sharp paring knife to cut around the tomato stem at an angle until it is removed.
Cut off the top quarter of the peeled and cored tomato, then use a small spoon to scoop out the seeds.

Notes

Press the seeds and stems in a sieve to extract any extra juice. Or, save them to be used in your next batch of stock.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 seconds
Category: Knife Skills
Cuisine: Any

Keywords: How to peel and deseed a tomato, peeling tomatoes, deseeding tomatoes