The issue of long-term storage of watermelons is very relevant, for example, for the southern regions, where they are grown in large quantities. As practice shows, it is quite possible to keep a watermelon juicy and tasty, although it is not always easy.
Instructions
Step 1
It is quite possible to keep a watermelon for a long period of time. Certain varieties can be stored properly for up to 3 months. However, not all watermelons are suitable for storage. Choose an absolutely whole, undamaged watermelon. Wrap it in newspaper, put it in your bag and hang it up.
Step 2
Another option is storage on racks. Place straw on the racks, and place the watermelons on top so that they do not come into contact with each other. It is necessary to maintain the temperature in the room from +1 to +3 degrees and humidity 80-85%. Watermelons are periodically inspected and turned over. Wear cotton gloves when packing and inspecting.
Step 3
The next storage method is in the sand, just like vegetables are stored. Place the watermelons in a box and cover with sand. Put the box in the cellar.
Step 4
The watermelons selected for storage must be in perfect condition. And this is practically impossible, for example, during long-term transportation. Those bought in a store or in the market will most likely not be able to be saved. However, watermelons can be salted. And this is also very watermelon and 800 g for an average of 10 liters. The containers are plastic or wooden.
Step 5
A very good way is salting a watermelon, as they say, in its own juice. For brine - 400 g of salt per 10 liters of water. A watermelon mass is laid out on the bottom of the container (for this you need to crush several watermelons). Then whole watermelons. And again the watermelon mass with a layer of 8-10 cm. Pour with brine, seal. The storage temperature should not exceed 5 degrees.
