You should not soak strawberries in water


You should not soak strawberries in water
When using strawberries in a recipe, the usual way is to soak in water, which is actually a very bad idea. Just look at how to preserve them here.
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Last modified on: February 21th 2011
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For 400 g, you will need:
  • 1 strawberries 400 g strawberries
  • Total weight: 400 grams

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Preparation: 10 min.

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Stage 1
You should not soak strawberries in water : Stage 1
If you soak them, they will absorb water and lose all their flavour, especially if you have already removed the green top (the "hat"), like on this photo.

Stage 2 - ⌛ 10 min.
You should not soak strawberries in water : Stage 2
With strawberries, it's absolutely essential to minimise contact with water, so do not wash, but brush them gently with a small brush, then remove the green part.

If they are really dirty, rinse quickly under cold water and drain immediately. Then remove the green part, but only afterwards.

Stage 3
You should not soak strawberries in water : Stage 3
You can then use them whole or in pieces.
Source: Home made.
Nutritional information
Proteins (gr)Carbohydrates (gr)Fats (gr)Energy value (in k-calories)Energy value (in k-joules)
Whole recipe4 RDI=2 %30 RDI=3 %0130 RDI=6 %540 RDI: 6 %
Per 100 g1 RDI=0 %7 RDI=1 %030 RDI=2 %130 RDI: 2 %
The % figures are calculated in relation to the Recommended Dietary Intake , or RDI of 2,000 k-calories (or 8,400 k-joules) per day for a woman
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  • For 400 g : 2 €

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