A simple kitchen hack involving a common fork has left social media users astonished, promising to make the tedious task of peeling potatoes quicker, safer, and significantly less of a chore.
The Viral Hack That's Changing Kitchen Prep
Sidney Raz, a TikTok creator with a massive following of 4.6 million, decided to put an unconventional potato-peeling method to the test after seeing it online. Known for trialling various life hacks, Raz was particularly intrigued by a technique that claimed to outpace traditional peeling while keeping fingers safe from nicks and cuts.
In a video posted on the platform, he expressed his initial disbelief, stating to his audience: "Here's something I wish I'd known before I was in my thirties." The clip he referenced showed a woman in her kitchen using a method that defies the usual approach. Instead of holding the potato in one hand and a peeler in the other, she had speared a fork into the top of the spud.
How The Fork Method Works
The technique is surprisingly straightforward. The user impales the potato with a fork held in their dominant hand, using it as a handle to steady the vegetable against a chopping board. With the peeler in the other hand, they can then glide the blade up and down the potato's surface, rotating it with the fork to ensure every side is efficiently stripped of its skin.
Raz, attempting the hack himself in his own kitchen, was visibly amazed as he replicated the steps. A wide grin spread across his face as he realised its effectiveness. While he admitted his attempt wasn't as seamless as the original demonstrator's, he confirmed it was far more efficient and safer than the conventional method. "My hands are safe, my fingies are safe," he remarked upon finishing, clearly impressed by the result.
Viewer Reaction: From Amazement to Scepticism
The video prompted a flood of reactions from viewers, with many sharing Raz's sense of wonder. One commenter lamented, "You say this AFTER I buy a potato peeler machine?!", while another wrote, ".... I'm not mad, I'm just disappointed. I wish I knew this before adulthood."
However, not everyone was convinced. A sceptical viewer argued against the necessity of the hack, commenting, "Like unless the potato is hot, I don't see the point of this. If you're cutting your fingers off w/ the peeler, that means you aren't being careful/going too fast. Just slow down & be careful. It's not that hard."
Despite the doubt, the hack's primary appeal lies in its simplicity and the promise of saving precious seconds on each potato—a significant gain when preparing a large Sunday roast or festive feast for a crowd. The original video's caption, "This is your annual reminder to peel smarter, not harder," seems to have resonated with thousands looking to streamline their kitchen routines.
