Cooking Beets

BEFORE COOKING:

Immediately before cooking, rinse the beets under cold water and trim the roots. Do not peel them, as this preserves their colour and valuable microelements.

COOKING:

Place the beets in a small amount of cold water. Cook for up to 2 hours, depending on size: small – 1 hour, medium – 1.5 hours, large – 2 hours. Start timing from the moment the water begins to boil again. Do not salt the water. Cook covered – this shortens the cooking time and reduces vitamin loss. To check if the beets are cooked, insert a fork or knife. If it goes in easily, they are ready.

AFTER COOKING:

After cooking, drain the beets and peel off the skin, which will come off easily if you briefly immerse them in cold water.

SERVING SUGGESTION:

Serve the beets warm or cold as a side dish. Enjoy your meal!