In order to prepare a clear broth, theory alone is not enough – you also need to have practical experience.
If you lack the latter, you will have to use the advice of the expert of the online publication BelNovosti, chef Yulia Arkhipova - she explained why the dish can turn out cloudy and how to avoid common mistakes.
Choice of meat
It is worth starting with the main component of any broth – meat. Its choice significantly affects the transparency of the broth. The best option is meat on the bone, which will make the dish rich and give it a deep taste.
If your goal is to get a crystal clear broth, make sure that the piece of meat you choose is free of fat and films.
Temperature and cooking time
At the initial stage, you will need to bring the water to a boil by turning the heat to maximum. When you see that the contents of the pan have boiled, reduce the heat to the minimum value and leave the lid slightly open.
Continue cooking at minimum heat - this way the broth will simmer, and its ingredients will evenly give off their flavors without forming a suspension or turbidity.
Salt and vegetables
Salt can also affect the clarity of the broth, so it is recommended to add it at the end of cooking.
If your broth contains vegetables, put them in the pot after cutting them into large pieces – otherwise they will certainly fall apart and make the broth cloudy. By the way, it is better to add vegetables when the broth is almost ready.
Limescale
And finally, do not forget to remove scale in a timely manner using a slotted spoon. This is necessary so that the dish retains its transparency.
Expert: Julia Arkhipova
