Why canned tomatoes crack in jars: don't make these mistakes

It's time to preserve tomatoes for the winter. No family can do without such a preparation nowadays, because fresh vegetables will be quite expensive during the cold season. But it often happens that tomatoes in a jar just start to crack almost immediately after cooking. All this is due to a number of mistakes that even experienced housewives often make.

That's why FoodOboz editorial team will tell you what you shouldn't forget when canning tomatoes. Just a few tips will help you prepare delicious and juicy vegetables.

Do not forget to make punctures with a fork

To prevent tomatoes in jars from cracking, make sure to puncture the vegetables. You can use a regular fork or toothpick. It is best to do this in the place where the stem is located. This way you will ensure optimal air concentration and the tomato will be intact.

Don't cover vegetables with marinade

The fact is that you need to do everything exactly the opposite. First, pour the hot marinade into the jar. Then wait a bit - it will take a few minutes. After that, put the tomatoes in the container.

Do not pour the entire marinade at once

Pour the marinade into the jar in several stages, not all at once. In addition, it should be hotter each time.