It is important not only to choose the right product in a store or on the market, but also to keep it at home. Dried fruits have their own storage rules, and if they are observed, these products will not lose their taste or useful properties. How to store dried fruits?
Instructions
Step 1
Different types of dried fruits need to be stored in different ways, because each dry berry or fruit has its own moisture index. If, for example, you combine dry dried fruits with more humid ones, the former will deteriorate. If you still need to store dried fruits of different moisture levels together, you should dry them at room temperature to equalize the moisture index.
Step 2
Heat and humidity are the enemies of dried fruits, therefore it is best to store them at a temperature no higher than ten degrees in a shaded place.
Step 3
If you bought a lot of fruits and washed everything, then dry them first at room temperature, and then in the oven. This will help avoid mold, which can appear in under-dried berries and fruits after a couple of days.
Step 4
Now let's talk about storage utensils. Dried fruits should be stored in wooden forms, glass and ceramic jars. Cotton or canvas bags are the most "eco-friendly" option. Choose jars and boxes with tight lids so that storage in them is airtight.
Step 5
If you are not sure whether the dried fruit is dry, use dry mint - pack everything in a rag bag and hang it in a dark place. When storing dried fruits in a cabinet, put a salt shaker in it, and it will absorb excess moisture.
Step 6
From time to time, dried fruits should be sorted out. It is worth drying the fruits in the oven at a temperature of 75 degrees or in the sun if you notice insects in the products. Another option is to freeze dried fruits in the freezer, and then dry them again.
Step 7
Observe the storage periods. How long can you store dried fruits? If you bought them and dried them yourself, then no more than a year. But from time to time they still need to be checked, ventilated and dried.
Step 8
You should not stock up on dried fruits in large quantities. Otherwise, a lot of unsuitable dry berries and fruits will accumulate in your kitchen cabinet, which you still have to throw away.
