Red Beet Food Coloring
Categoría: Food Coloring
Ingredientes
- 2 medium beetroots, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 cup (250 ml) water
- 3 tablespoons white granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
Instrucciones
1. Blend beets and water in a food processor.
2. Using a cheesecloth, strain the purée into a bowl to extract the juice.
3. Pour the juice into a saucepan and add sugar.
4. Turn the heat to medium-high, and stir to dissolve the sugar.
5. Skim off and discard any foam that collects at the surface of the liquid.
6. Simmer until the liquid reduces to a single-thread consistency.
7. Turn off the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
8. Cool slightly, then pour into an airtight jar and cool completely.
