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Borscht will never turn out red: don't make these mistakes
One of the main signs of tasty red borscht is a rich beet color. But very often the dish turns out orange. This also affects the overall taste. Therefore, the cause of such a phenomenon should be understood.
The editors of FoodOboz will tell about the main mistakes, because of which it does not turn out to cook a rich red borscht. Attention should be paid to a few simple nuances.
The wrong kind of beets
It is the quality of beets that determines how rich your borscht will be. Not all varieties are suitable for such a dish. Choose only vegetables with a dark color.
Do not cook beets for a very long time
Beets should never be braised for too long because they can lose color. It is enough for only 15 minutes. It is simply not necessary to cook the product more.
Do not fry beets together with all vegetables
In order for beets to retain their pigment - it is better to stew them separately from all vegetables. Other substances may cause the product to tarnish.
Do not overdry the beets
If the beets are overdried - borscht will not be dull, but on the contrary brown. To prevent this from happening, constantly stir the beets, and also add meat broth. Do not forget to cover the beets with a lid.