Do you like the famous Russian salad "Herring under a fur coat"? One of the main ingredients in this dish is beets. The question very often arises: how long does it take to cook until fully cooked?
Beets are one of the healthiest home garden root crops. It is very rich in iron, iodine, zinc, vitamins of groups B, E, PP. The benefits of beets for the digestive system of the human body have been known for a long time. It is especially effective in cleansing the liver of toxins and establishing proper digestion of food. In addition, this vegetable crop strengthens the immune system, treats hypertension and cardiovascular diseases, and improves vision. Due to their long shelf life, beets are suitable for cooking throughout the winter period. It can be used to prepare various salads, borscht, beetroot and other dishes. Moreover, boiled beets are much healthier than raw beets. The main thing is to know how long it needs to be cooked with different cooking methods.
How long does it take to cook beets in the oven
To begin with, the oven must be preheated to a temperature of 200 degrees, and the beets must be thoroughly rinsed from soil and dirt. Then put it in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Put in the oven and cook after boiling for 20-25 minutes. This is how long it will take to boil medium-sized root vegetables. This method of cooking beets is the shortest of those when whole beets are cooked.
How long does it take to cook beets on the stove
In this case, put a pot of cold water on a fire and bring to a boil. Then lay clean beets. In this case, there should be about 2 liters of water for 4-5 root crops. Add 1 tsp to the water. sugar and after boiling again, cook for 30-35 minutes. Next, drain the boiling water, pour cold water and leave the beets to stand for 5-7 minutes. Rapid cooling will allow the beets to reach full readiness instantly.
How long does it take to cook beets in the microwave
For this preparation, you do not need water, but only a bag for baking vegetables. Peeled and chopped beets are placed in it. Place in the microwave and turn it on at full power. After 10-12 minutes, the beets will be ready.
In addition to these methods, it can be cooked in a multicooker. To do this, use the "Soup" or "Pilaf" function. Beets are cooked in a slow cooker for 50-60 minutes.
When boiling beets, you need to know that they should not be salted, because it can lose some of its flavor and color saturation.
