I. Introduction.
Eggplant is a nutritious vegetable that contains a variety of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, vitamin E, calcium, iron, etc. However, since eggplants are susceptible to temperature and humidity, it is not easy to preserve and eat them in winter. This article will introduce some ways to preserve eggplants, including drying, freezing, and refrigeration, to help you enjoy the deliciousness and nutrition of eggplants in winter.
2. Sun-dried storage.
Choose the right eggplant: Choose fresh, tender eggplants and avoid broken or overripe eggplants.
Remove the stems and wash: Remove the stems of the eggplant and wash the eggplant with water.
Slice or slice into strips: Cut the eggplant into slices or strips for easy drying.
Drying: Place the eggplant in a sunny place to dry until the eggplant is completely dry.
Storage: Store sun-dried eggplants in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.
3. Cryopreservation.
Choose the right eggplant: Choose fresh, tender eggplants and avoid broken or overripe eggplants.
Remove the stems and wash: Remove the stems of the eggplant and wash the eggplant with water.
Slicing or slicing: Cut the eggplant into slices or strips for easy freezing.
Blanching: Blanch the eggplant in boiling water to remove water and impurities from the eggplant.
Freezing: Place the blanched eggplant in the refrigerator to freeze.
Storage: Store frozen eggplants in the freezer and away from moisture and direct sunlight.
4. Refrigerated storage.
Choose the right eggplant: Choose fresh, tender eggplants and avoid broken or overripe eggplants.
Remove the stems and wash: Remove the stems of the eggplant and wash the eggplant with water.
Wrap in plastic wrap: Wrap each eggplant in plastic wrap to prevent moisture loss and contamination.
Storage: Store the wrapped eggplant in the refrigerator in the freezer compartment of the refrigerator away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Remove when in use: Remove the plastic wrap from the refrigerator while in use and allow the eggplant to return to room temperature.
5. Precautions.
During the preservation process, it is necessary to avoid moisture and direct sunlight, so as not to affect the quality and taste of the eggplant.
Before using sun-dried or frozen eggplants, soak them in water to soften or thaw them, then wash them before cooking.
In order to ensure the taste and nutritional value of eggplant, it is best to choose fresh eggplant for preservation, and avoid using broken or overripe eggplant.
Pay attention to hygiene during storage to avoid contamination and cross-infection.
If you need to preserve eggplant for a long time, you can choose a combination of methods, such as drying a part, freezing a part, and refrigerating a part, etc., to meet the needs of different times and occasions.
6. Summary. There are many ways to preserve eggplants for the winter to eat, including drying, freezing, and refrigerating. When choosing a storage method, pay attention to choosing fresh and tender eggplants, and avoid using broken or overripe eggplants. Sun-dried and frozen eggplants are soaked or thawed before use, then washed before cooking. Pay attention to hygiene and protection from moisture and direct sunlight during storage. With a reasonable storage method, you can enjoy the deliciousness and nutrition of fresh eggplant even in winter.