Why it is useful to soak raisins and how to do it right

To maximize the benefits of eating raisins, you need to soak them in water before eating.

Undoubtedly, dried grapes have many beneficial properties. However, for the body to absorb more vitamins and minerals from the product, it is recommended to soak it for 6-8 hours. This way, it will bring great health benefits. NDTV Food writes about it.

The temperature of the soaking water should be around 40°C. Do not pour boiling water over the dried fruit, as all the useful trace elements will evaporate. First, you need to pour hot running water over it and leave it for 10-15 minutes. Then put it on a sieve and drain the liquid, then rinse it again and fill it with clean drinking water. It is best to soak raisins overnight. In the morning, the product will be useful for preparing breakfast.

To emphasize the taste of dishes, you can soak raisins in tea, juice, and even vegetable broth. In cooking, dried grapes are also infused with spirits to make desserts. This will add spice to the baking.

In addition, there is a quick way to soak raisins. They can be softened using a double boiler or a steam bath. Before that, they need to be thoroughly washed.