There are some simple techniques you can use to keep fruits and vegetables fresh for a longer period of time. What are these methods?
When you want to keep berries fresh
Mix 1 part apple cider vinegar with 10 parts water and wash the berries in this solution. After washing, drain off the water, place them in a bowl lined with paper towel, and store in the refrigerator. Using this method, berries such as strawberries and blueberries can be kept fresh for a long time.
When you want to keep coriander, broccoli, and lettuce fresh for a long time
Wrap the lettuce and broccoli in paper towels and store them in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for about 2 to 3 weeks.
If you want to keep ginger fresh for a long time
Leave the ginger pieces out in the sun for a long while. Then wrap them in paper towel and store in a dark, cool place. Another method is to soak them in boiling water and then store them in the refrigerator.
If you want to keep shallots fresh
Slice the shallots thinly into rings, place them in a clean sealed container, and let them dry out first before putting them in the refrigerator. Then store them in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh all year round.
How to store tomatoes
Store tomatoes stem-side down in a cool place. This method helps slow down the ripening of the tomatoes.
Green vegetables
Fill a jar with water, cover the vegetables with a plastic bag, and place the stems into the jar of water. Then store it in a cool place.
Method for watermelon
Wrap the watermelon in a clean cloth and place it on a rack. You can also place some straw underneath it. Alternatively, you can coat the watermelon with mud or wax. Watermelons tend to stay fresh longer when kept in a dark corner.
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