Always store red beets this way so they don't rot or wither.

10.01.2023 06:50
Updated: 13.04.2023 08:56

Beetroot is a very healthy vegetable, it is used in preparing delicious dishes.

However, not everyone knows how to store this vegetable properly.

Storage at home

Place the beets in a box or crate and cover with sand or sawdust.

Store in a cool place, wrapping each root vegetable in foil or parchment paper.

Where to store beets in an apartment

A cool place is best, and this can be a balcony. If the temperature drops to -9 degrees in winter, it is better to insulate the storage area.

Beet
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Freezing

If you have a freezer at home, you can store beets for a year.

To do this, wash the vegetables thoroughly, boil until half-cooked, peel and cut into cubes.

Place in containers or bags and put in the freezer. You can also grate the beets.

Cellar

When storing root vegetables in the basement, it is necessary to maintain a stable temperature.

The shelf life depends on this.

The optimal temperature will be 0-3 degrees Celsius. At higher temperatures, the beets will spoil.

Igor Zur Author: Igor Zur Internet resource editor


Content
  1. Storage at home
  2. Where to store beets in an apartment
  3. Freezing
  4. Cellar