The strawberry season doesn't last long, so berry lovers try to stock up for a long time.
There are several tips that will help berries retain their taste and appearance for a week.
Selecting strawberries
The secret to long-term storage depends on the quality of the berries. The freshest fruits that show no signs of rotting will last a long time.
In addition, when choosing berries, it is important to pay attention to the condition of the sepals - it should not look wilted.
Sorting
Before sending them for storage, you need to inspect the strawberries again. It is necessary to weed out the fruits that have traces of mold or rot.
Such specimens will result in the entire batch sent for storage quickly spoiling.
To wash or not to wash
Strawberries are not washed in advance before storage. Otherwise, they will absorb moisture and become soggy the next day.
Drying
If there is already moisture on the berries, for example, after rain, then they need to be dried. Only then can the fruits be placed in the refrigerator.
Proper storage
It is better to use a plastic bag or a tray with a lid for storing strawberries. But do not close the container tightly. It is necessary for a small amount of air to enter the bag or tray.
The optimal storage temperature is from 0 to +2 °C. Berries are best stored on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator, which is intended for vegetables and fruits.
