Want to eat oranges even after winter? Save now

Bangla Press Desk:   Winter is not a companion for long. The temperature is gradually increasing, and winter can suddenly depart any day. However, it is at this time of the year that the best, juiciest and most delicious oranges are available. So if you can preserve some oranges while winter is still here, then it is possible to eat this fruit regularly even when spring comes.But the question is - how to keep oranges fresh for weeks? It is not difficult at all if you know the right method.

Trust the refrigerator

If you want to store oranges for a short time, the refrigerator is the best way. Fruits and vegetables do not rot easily at low temperatures. If you keep oranges in the refrigerator, they usually stay quite fresh for 2 to 3 weeks and the taste does not change much.

If you want to keep them for a longer period of time, oranges can also be stored in the deep freezer.

Not washing

Many people wash fruits and vegetables in water immediately after bringing them from the market, so that the dirt or pesticides stuck to the peel are cleaned. However, this is not right when storing oranges. There is no need to wash oranges in water before storing. Instead, wipe them well with a dry cloth, then store them in the refrigerator. It is best to wash them just before eating. Because washing them first increases the moisture in the peel, which is one of the reasons why oranges rot quickly.

Use Ziploc bags

Ziploc bags are very effective for storing oranges. If you put whole oranges in a Ziploc bag and keep them in the refrigerator, they will stay good for 2-3 weeks. If you want, you can peel them and store only the orange cores in a Ziploc bag or airtight container in the refrigerator. This also makes it easier to use as needed.

Keep them separate from other fruits

Never store oranges with fruits like apples and bananas. Not only that, oranges should not be kept next to any fruit or vegetable that emits gas. This will not only cause the oranges to rot quickly, but the surrounding fruits and vegetables may also be spoiled. So always store oranges in a separate place - if you avoid this mistake, the fruit will remain fresh for a long time.

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