Pelar fresas revela un sabor más dulce y una textura más fina
Quitar la piel a las fresas, un paso poco común, elimina los taninos amargos de la cáscara y revela el sabor más dulce de la fruta, además de suavizar su textura.
The idea of eating certain fruits unpeeled sounds unusual. But most people eat a strawberry as is, without removing that porous outer layer. However, some renowned chefs have expressed a great fondness for peeling this small red fruit, discovering in the process a distinctly different flavor.
Apparently, peeling strawberries affects their texture. For some, it's not a problem, but others dislike the feel of the seeds and the tiny fuzz. Even the mere sight of the skin is enough to make some people find it unpleasant. A peeled strawberry will have a smoother, softer appearance and texture.
An even more important reason to peel strawberries is their flavor. Strawberries can sometimes be a little acidic or bitter because of their skin. The bitter chemical compounds in the skin are called tannins. Removing this tannin-laden outer layer will result in a much sweeter taste.
Peeling a strawberry takes just a moment. Simply remove the leaves and stem, then take a peeler or a small knife and peel off the thin outer layer of skin. From there, see if the fruit's sweeter flavor enhances your eating experience. It could even work as a great topping for frozen yogurt or grilled strawberry shortcake.
