What to add to beets to prevent them from being bitter during cooking: you will need one ingredient

Beetroot is one of the healthiest seasonal vegetables that can be eaten raw, boiled, and baked. It can be used to make delicious salads and sauces.

The FoodOboz editorial team shares a useful life hack on how to cook beets properly so that they don't become bitter in dishes.

What to add to the pot to keep beets from being bitter

Cooks advise adding a small pinch of sea or Himalayan pink salt to the water. It can perfectly balance and enhance the flavor of beet juice while reducing metallic or bitter tastes.

Salt also helps to neutralize nitrates, which cause bitterness. Add only 1/8-1/4 teaspoon per 1 liter of water.