There is a practice of buying groceries before the New Year holidays so that at the last minute you can calmly cook instead of running around the shops.
It is impossible to do without a supply of tangerines. Perhaps, this is the main citrus representative on the festive table.
We will tell you how long you can store tangerines at home and where it is best to do this.
Where to store
They are best stored at temperatures no higher than 6 degrees Celsius, and at air humidity around 80%.
If you store them in conditions below 2 degrees Celsius, black spots will appear on the peel.
Therefore, the best place with a constant air temperature and humidity level is the refrigerator – the fruit compartment.
How to store in the refrigerator
There is no need to store fruits in film or in a cellophane bag. This way, the tangerines will rot quite quickly.
It is better to store in bulk in a layer of no more than three rows in a perforated box or box. In such conditions, the fruit will last for almost a month.
On the balcony
The balcony should be insulated and glazed. If the temperature is constant, the fruits will not dry out and will remain juicy.
Place them in wooden boxes and protect them from daylight with parchment or cardboard.
In the apartment
At temperatures above +15, wrap each fruit in parchment and place in an enamel pan. Close and put in a cool place.
Lifehacks
You can extend the shelf life of citrus fruits by rubbing the peel with vegetable oil.
You can apply wax, but it is a hassle.
It has also been noted that tangerines that are sold with a twig last the longest.
And the last thing
In any of the above cases, do not forget to check the stock periodically. Remove spoiled or beginning to spoil fruits so that the entire stock does not rot.
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