Avocados are a popular fruit with numerous health benefits, used for beauty treatments and as a refreshing drink on hot days. However, avocados take a long time to ripen after they are picked, so let’s explore some ways to speed up the process.
1 Put avocados in a rice cooker
This method is popular as it is easy and convenient. It only takes 2-3 days for the avocados to ripen evenly and they are ready to use.
Place clean, dry unripe avocados in a rice cooker and close the lid. The warm environment will help the avocados ripen faster.
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This method can also be used to ripen other fruits such as sapodillas and sapotes.
2 Place them near other fruits
This is a very effective and simple method that doesn’t require any technical skills. Put the avocados in a paper bag with other fruits such as bananas or apples. Then, cover the bag tightly, ensuring no light gets in.
The ethylene gas from these fruits will help the avocados ripen faster. It will only take about 1-3 days for the avocados to ripen using this method.
3 Use a microwave
If you have a microwave at home, you can use it to soften the avocados while keeping their natural taste. The high temperature will not make them bitter.
Poke the avocados with a fork and put them in the microwave for about 30-40 seconds.
The avocados will have a natural-looking color after microwaving. You can use them to make smoothies or guacamole.
4 Use an oven
Similar to a microwave, an oven can be used to apply heat and speed up the ripening process while preserving the natural flavor of the avocados.
Clean and dry the avocados, then wrap them in aluminum foil and place them in an oven-safe bowl. Set the oven to about 90 degrees Celsius and put the bowl inside for 5-10 minutes.
Make sure not to overheat or leave them in for too long, as this will cause the avocados to burn and become mushy.
5 Use a bucket of water
Soak the avocados in a bucket of water for about 20 minutes, reducing the time by 3-5 minutes each day. Then, take them out and let them air dry. Cover with a damp cloth and they will ripen in 2-5 days.
6 Use cloth
Cloth helps avocados ripen faster
You can also use cloth to speed up the ripening process. For this method, you will need a large piece of cloth and a cardboard box. Before you start, wash and dry the avocados to remove any dirt or bacteria.
Line the box with cloth, carefully arrange the avocados inside, and cover them with another layer of cloth. Finally, place the box in a well-ventilated area and check on the avocados once a day. You can also add a few ripe bananas to speed up the process. Using this method, the avocados will be ready to eat in 2-4 days.
Depending on your needs and preferences, you can either accelerate or slow down the ripening process. If you’re not in a hurry, keep the avocados in a cool, shaded place to let them ripen naturally. However, if you need ripe avocados right away, try one of the methods mentioned above!