Why borscht turns sour quickly: never cook it like this

Immediately after cooking, borscht is left to stand on the stove for several hours. But it often happens that the dish starts to spoil very quickly. Many housewives are convinced that this is because the room is hot. So they quickly put it in the fridge. In fact, there is one common reason for this phenomenon.

What happens to borscht when you put it in the refrigerator

When borsch becomes cold, it is immediately refrigerated to prevent it from spoiling. But in this state, chemical reactions start between the products, and the taste deteriorates. That's why it's very important to put all the ingredients in the right order.

Why borscht can start to spoil quickly

The main mistake that makes borscht spoil quickly is the wrong time to add fresh greens. Many housewives add it at the end of cooking. But it should be done at the very beginning, along with the potatoes.

You can also add the greens to the serving plate itself. The greens should be cooked well in the pot to keep them fresh and flavorful for longer.

You can also find recipes on OBOZREVATEL:

• Cold borscht
• Green borscht
• Borscht in the slow cooker