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
For 400 g, you will need:
  • 1 strawberries 400 g strawberries
  • Total weight: 400 grams

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Times for this recipe
Preparation: 10 min.

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Stage 1
You should not soak strawberries in water
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
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
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 Change to a man
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  • For 400 g : 2 €

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