Are slightly moldy beets edible after boiling? [duplicate]

I have some beets with mold on the stems and top which is hardly visible but has a noticeable smell.

If I cook them for 60 minutes and then peel them, will the beets then be edible?

food-safety

Best Answer

If it were just mold, I would say you could just cut the moldy portions off prior to cooking. The smell, however, tells me they have turned bad. The mold may very well be more extensive than just on the exterior, it has probably penetrated through the stem to the center of the beet. If food ever in any way ever looks or smells "off" don't use it. Possibly getting sick or even food poisoning is not worth it. There would also probably be a very bad smell in your home while they cooked that would be hard to get rid of. Play it safe and throw them away. I grew up learning the phrase: "when in doubt throw it out." I have no doubt here, though that these beets have gone around the bend.

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Quick Answer about "Are slightly moldy beets edible after boiling? [duplicate]"

What you see as mold is just the "bloom" of the fungus. Depending on the species, the rest of the beet could be infested with it before the bloom is even visible. If the mold is touching any part you would want to eat the whole thing should probably be tossed.

Can I cook moldy beets?

When cooked veggies sit in the fridge for too long, they get moldy. If mold is present, they're done for. Off smell. It doesn't happen that often, but if the beets smell off, discard them.

Can moldy beets make you sick?

Chances are you won't have any ill effects after eating a bit of mold\u2026 but it's def not something you should actively try to do. The good news is that mold generally tastes pretty bad, so you'll likely notice it and spit it out. Even if some does slip past your guard, it's unlikely to make you sick.

Does cooking mold make it safe?

Simply cut the moldy portion off. Generally, hard or dense food is not easily penetrated by mold. However, if the food is completely covered with mold you should throw it away. Also, if you find mold, do not sniff it, as this may cause respiratory troubles.

How do you tell if cooked beets have gone bad?

Bacteria grow rapidly at temperatures between 40 \xb0F and 140 \xb0F; cooked beets should be discarded if left out for more than 2 hours at room temperature. How to tell if cooked beets are bad? The best way is to smell and look at the beets: discard any that have an off smell or appearance, do not taste first.

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