Do you think water is enough to clean your grapes? Two experts reveal the most effective methods of eliminating pesticides and keeping your fruit longer.
A cluster of raisins Never last a very long time. When you eat one, you quickly swallow up the whole bunch. But before savoring them, a question arises: How to clean them correctly To eliminate pesticides and other impurities?
Two experts shared their Best tips in an article on Simply recipesand rest assured, it’s good simpler than you think.
Wash your grapes under running water
The good news is that you don’t need a miracle product. Pour Melanie Marcusdietician and author, nothing beats A good rinsing : “The best way to wash the grapes is to Rinse under cold cold water all in them rubbing pour eliminate dirt and residues“, she explains.
No need soap, detergent or other special product. Besides, the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) warns against their use, because the fruits absorbent ces substanceswhich can cause Health risks.
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Bicarbonate and vinegar, anti-pesticide allies
But, if you prefer a Departed cleaningthe teacher Xiaonan Lu, He recommends another technique: soaking. “Baking soda is particularly effective in eliminating pesticide residues “he explains.
His advice? Dive into a grapes in a mixture made up of a teaspoon of bicarbonate pour two cups of waterthen leave agir 15 minutes Before rinsing well.
Another option: the distilled white vinegar. A part of Vinegar for three parts of watera bath of 10 to 15 minutesand goodbye bacteria and pesticides. Again, a careful rinsing under cold water is essential so as not to end up with grapes at vinaigrette taste.
Should the grapes wash right away?
Don’t be too in a hurry! According to Melanie Marcus, “It is best to wait until you are ready to eat them to wash them”. For what ? Because humidity accelerates their deterioration and promotes the appearance of mold. If you absolutely want to wash them before storing them, Dry them thoroughly with a paper towel.
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Conservation: the secret for fresh grapes longer
Store grapes in the right place is essential to prolong their freshness. “Grapes can be kept in the refrigerator up to two weeks If they are in their original packaging in the vegetable tank, without being washed“precise Melanie Marcus. The small perforated bag in which they are sold allows circulatewhich avoids condensation and mold.
If you change your packaging, make sure it is not hermetic and leave the grapes in a airy space. As for vegetable traythis is the ideal place, because “The humidity levels are lower and the constant temperatures”add Xiaonan Lu.
There you are, you have All pro tips To wash and keep your grapes as it should. Good tasting!
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