Radish is a delicious vegetable, in addition, it also has a number of medicinal properties, so many people want its reserves in their cellar as long as possible. Just how to properly store a radish in winter?
How to store radish in the refrigerator in winter
First, cut off the leaves with a sharp knife. Leave about 2.5 centimeters from the stems, place the radish in a perforated plastic bag so that air can freely enter and exit - this will not allow the vegetable to dry out.
Place the radish in the vegetable compartment of the refrigerator. Inspect the roots once a week for stains and rot. Remove spoiled vegetables. Eat fruits that have begun to lose their color first. You can store the radish in the refrigerator for about one month.
How to store radish in a box in winter
Fill a waterproof container 2/3 full with clean, damp sand. Apply sand to avoid air pockets. Cut the leaves off the radish with a knife, dip the roots into the sand. Sprinkle them a little on top. Place the container in a cool, dark place. Occasionally dampen the sand with a sprinkler. Just don't pour water into it! Otherwise, the radish will begin to sprout, giving its nutrients to the tops. So it is stored for three months.
How to store canned radish in winter
This method is the most common. There are many recipes for preserving radish. Let's consider the simplest and fastest. Mix a glass of vinegar and a glass of water, add sugar, salt, turmeric. Put on fire, bring to a boil. Let the marinade cool.
Peel the radish, cut into even slices 0.5 centimeters thick. Transfer the chopped radish to a colander, sprinkle with salt and mix. Place a colander over the sink to drain off excess juice. Then rinse with water. Arrange the radish in sterilized jars, fill with cooled brine. Now close the jars with plastic lids, put them in the refrigerator. After six hours, you can eat such a radish, although it is advisable to wait a day, so it will acquire a richer taste.
