The time for active preparation of dishes for the Easter table began. Of course, Easter eggs will occupy one of the central places on it. It is best to color them with food dyes: with the help of onion peels, turmeric, spinach, red cabbage, and you can also use cherry juice. Ready-made food colors are also available in the form of powders or tablets.
In order not to make mistakes, and as a result, beautiful Easter eggs with no cracks and with a rich color, heed these tips.
1. Natural colors will work best on a white egg, so only use eggs with white shells.
2. The surface of the eggs must be perfectly smooth. Be sure to wash eggs thoroughly before using.
3. Boil eggs at room temperature. To do this, remove them from the refrigerator in advance, otherwise there is a possibility of cracks appearing during cooking.
4. In solutions where you boil or leave eggs for coloring, add a little vinegar or lemon juice, the acid will help fix the color.
5. Wipe the painted eggs with a napkin dipped in vegetable oil, so you will give the eggs shine.
We will remind, earlier we told what the colors of Easter eggs mean, and also shared the incredible story of the most popular egg in the world.