Beet root |
- Selection :
- In the store, choose fresh, bright, firm textured beets with rich flavour and uniform size. Avoid those with slump looking or soft in consistency, over-mature and large. Whenever possible, go for organic to get maximum health benefits.
- In the farmer markets, often times the roots with intact top greens put for sale. If you are buying whole vegetable, severe tops from its root as soon as possible since, they rob moisture and nutrition from the roots.
- Preparation and serving methods :
- In addition to its crispy root, fresh tender top leaves and stems are also used for the preparation of recipes.
- To prepare, gently scrub and wash the roots in clean running water before use in order to remove sand, soil, and dust. Peel the tough outer layer using a vegetable peeler. Cut the root into chunks, squares, or thin slices as you may desire.
- Storage :Beetroot, however, can be kept in the refrigerator set at high relative humidity for few weeks.
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Usage :This vegetable is used in different ways of Cooking and even in more areas as a different substitute.
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