Char
Cooking food over direct flame or in a very hot dry pan until the surface blackens and blisters. Adds smoky depth and easy peel-off skin.
Used for
- peppers
- tomatoes
- corn
- tortillas
In the kitchen
- use an open burner or screaming-hot skillet
- turn until evenly blackened
- steam in a covered bowl to loosen skin
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