Social media has become an inexhaustible source of memes, controversy, and more; however, a video by Paola Suárez generated a lot of controversy, as it revealed that she does not wash the
green tomatoes and only puts them to boil with other ingredients. What do you think, do tomatoes need to be washed before boiling them? What seemed like an innocent mistake or a meme sparked an intense debate on TikTok and Facebook, with thousands of users weighing in on whether tomatoes should be washed before boiling or not. But don't worry, at kiwilimón we explain the correct way to wash tomatillos. You can also read:
Tips to remove the bitterness from green salsa Should tomatoes be washed before boiling them?Although many internet users took it humorously, the answer is clear and even obvious: yes, tomatoes should be washed before boiling them. Like other fruits and vegetables, tomatillos can contain dirt, pesticides, or bacteria on the skin. Washing tomatoes with potable water and soap before cooking prevents cross-contamination and health issues. Even if they are boiled, washing them before boiling is essential to avoid contaminating other ingredients. How to wash green tomatoesWet the tomatoesWash with soapRinse with waterLet them drain and cook themPaolita Suárez, from the kitchen to trendingThe curious thing is that such a common doubt ended up becoming a trend with thousands of reactions, memes, and comments. For many, the naturalness of Paola Suárez made the moment even funnier, demonstrating that in the kitchen there is always room to learn... and also to laugh. Next time you prepare a
green salsa for chilaquiles or a
raw salsa, now you know: tomatoes should indeed be washed before boiling them. Don't make the same mistakes as Paolita!Continue reading:
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