Once cut, those appetizingly juicy, crisp apple slices start to turn an unappetizing shade of brown after just a few minutes. That’s because when exposed to air, enzymes called polyphenol oxidases (PPOs) in the fruit’s flesh get oxidized. Or they combine with oxygen to cause such discoloration.
If some of the apples you peel and slice turn brown faster than others, this could be because they have higher levels of PPOs.
While certainly not a dire consequence, the browning fruit slices aren’t very aesthetically pleasing. This may make you hesitant to put them out for your guests. With this one simple tip, however, you can easily solve this problem.
The Best Way to Prevent Apples From Browning
Simply mix a saltwater solution (clean water). Soak the apples in it for about 10 minutes, then remove and pat dry.
The apple slices will not turn brown and will remain a beautiful white. This is true even if you leave them out for up to 2 hours. You can use this method to preserve the color of the apples, and you can even freeze them if you want to store them for longer.
Use Lemon Juice to Preserve Apples
Here’s another way to preserve the color of your apples. For example, you may want to prepare apples ahead of time to eat later or to take on a picnic. In this case, you can soak the apples in clean water with a bit of lemon juice added.
As with the salt method, if before eating you don’t want any lingering salty or sour aftertaste, simply rinse the apples in clean water.
With such an easy tip, not only will your apples stay beautifully white, they will also retain their crisp freshness. Give it a try!
Good luck keeping your apples white after slicing!
What are the health benefits of eating apples?
Apples are known to be rich in fiber and antioxidants. Adding apples to your diet can help reduce your risk of developing many chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, or cancer.
In addition, eating apples can aid in weight loss and improve your gut and brain health.
Apples contain a significant amount of vitamins E, B1, and B6. Vitamin B1 is essential for growth and development. Vitamin B6 is useful for protein metabolism.
Since apples are high in fiber and water, they make you feel full longer. For this reason, eating apples will help dieters stay on track.
Specifically, apples contain pectin – a type of fiber that is good for the gut. Pectin promotes the growth of good bacteria, such as Bacteriodetes and Firmicutes.
According to PNVN
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