The Strategy
Pearl onions are sweet little gems that can elevate a dish, but peeling them one by one can test your patience. Giving them a quick boil and a cold plunge lets you pinch the skins right off without any fuss. Simmering them gently in a sweet glaze makes them tender, glossy, and absolutely delicious.
Technique Summary
A quick blanching trick makes peeling small pearl onions quick and effortless. Cooking them down in butter and sugar yields a sweet, caramelized side dish that pairs beautifully with savory mains.