Be it strawberries, blueberries or raspberries, there is no denying that berries are a powerhouse of essential nutrients. Rich in anti-oxidants and fibre, a variety of berries are known to be great for maintaining cholesterol levels and can even help strengthen the metabolism. To get the maximum benefits from Jamun, it is imperative to consume them at regular intervals. However, storing them for more than a few days can be a daunting task. The moisture content in berries means they will rot pretty quickly, especially if you’re not paying extra attention to how you store them. Many of us have had to go through the heart-wrenching situation of throwing out nearly fresh batches of berries before we can even decide how to use them. If you are also one of the victims of the above situation, then we have brought a good news for you.
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An Instagram video has provided us with a hack for storing berries that will help them last about 2 weeks. The most common mistake that almost all of us make is to store berries in the same container in which we get them. It is said in the video that we should never do this. Another tip shared in the video is to wash the jamuns with vinegar water, which will help get rid of any mold or bacteria they may have come with. The next step is to wash the jamuns thoroughly so that you can get the vinegar flavor out of the jamuns. Finally, dry them thoroughly and thoroughly before storing them in a dry airtight container lined with paper towels or napkins. Find out more about how to store your berries for up to 2 weeks. Take a look at the video.
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The video has garnered a lot of praise and there are many more tips and tricks in the comments section. One of the comments left on the video suggested that you reuse plastic containers instead of getting an air tight jar if you don’t already have one. It read, “I’ve done all these steps over the years and it works. I just reuse the plastic containers that come with paper towels. Try this before investing in the special dish.” “
Another comment testified that this method worked on other types of fruits and vegetables as well, adding that “wrapping fruit vegetables and herbs in paper towels makes them last longer”. Another tip I found in the comments section was “Keeping unsweetened dried berries in canning jars in the fridge works really well too! I was amazed!”
Wonderful, isn’t it? We are in the kitchen to save our berries. Which hack are you trying first, let us know in the comment section below.
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