noun
shelling; shucking; peeling (shells)
Refers to the act of removing shells from foods like eggs, nuts, crabs, or shrimp. Often used in cooking contexts.
ゆで卵の殻むきは、冷水につけると簡単です。
Shelling boiled eggs is easier if you soak them in cold water.
カニの殻むきに専用の道具を使う。
I use a special tool for shucking crab shells.
皮むき refers to peeling skin or rind (e.g., fruit, vegetables), while 殻むき is specifically for hard shells.
Compound of 殻 (kara, 'shell') and むき (muki, the noun form of むく 'to peel').