Normally, when we buy groceries, we think that putting them in the fridge will keep them fresh longer. However, not all fruits and vegetables should be refrigerated. In addition, there are countless tips and tricks to help preserve food for longer. These 9 simple tips will reveal how to keep familiar foods fresh and delicious longer.
1. Wrap plastic wrap around the stem of bananas
Wrapping plastic wrap around the stem of the banana will limit the release of ethylene gas, thus helping the banana stay fresh for longer without browning.
2. Soak strawberries in vinegar and water
Vinegar will kill mold on strawberries, and it will not affect the taste of the berries. Soak the strawberries in a mixture of vinegar and water in a 1:10 ratio, then rinse with clean water and pat dry, and place them in the refrigerator.
3. Wrap a box of cilantro with a paper towel and plastic wrap
After taking a piece of paper towel to cover the cilantro box, take plastic wrap and cover the top, then put it in the refrigerator. Remember to replace the paper towel when it becomes damp. This will help keep the cilantro dry and fresh for longer.
4. Wrap celery and broccoli in aluminum foil
After wrapping celery and broccoli in aluminum foil, put them in the refrigerator. By wrapping them, it will limit the release of ethylene gas, helping celery and broccoli stay fresh for longer.
5. Cut about 2cm off the asparagus stem and place in cold water
After cutting about 2cm off the asparagus stem, insert them into a jar of cold water and cover them with a plastic bag. Pay attention to the water in the jar, if it becomes cloudy, please change it. With this method, you can keep asparagus fresh for up to a week.
6. Squeeze lemon juice on avocados
Squeezing lemon juice on avocados will help prevent them from browning quickly and prolong their shelf life.
7. Store onions in a pantry instead of the refrigerator
Storing onions in an enclosed space like a refrigerator will make them spoil faster.
8. Keep tomatoes on the kitchen counter, away from direct sunlight
Tomatoes will spoil quickly under direct sunlight.
9. Never store cucumbers near tomatoes
Ethylene gas released from tomatoes will cause cucumbers to mature faster, so remember to keep them separate.