Dear friends, wealth is here again! Today, let's talk about everyone's favorite fruit - kiwifruit. This fluffy little fruit is sweet and sour, delicious and nutritious, and can be called the "vitamin C little bully" in the fruit world! However, if they are not stored properly, they will turn into "soft persimmons". Don't worry, Fugui will teach you a few tricks to keep your kiwifruit fresh for a long time and enjoy delicious food at any time!
First, the selection of fruit is particular, the first step of freshness
If you want to preserve kiwifruit, you must first start with purchasing. Picking fresh, healthy fruit is the first step to successful preservation. So, how to choose a high-quality kiwifruit?
Look at the appearance: Choose fruits with smooth skin, no scars, and no dents. Avoid choosing broken or soft fruits, as they are prone to spoilage.
Feel to the touch: Gently press the fruit and feel a certain elasticity. Fruits that are too hard may not be ripe, and those that are too soft may be overripe.
Smell the smell: Fresh kiwi has a faint fragrance, if there is a wine smell or peculiar smell, it means that the fruit is not fresh.
Second, there are clever ways to preserve, and long-term preservation is not a dream
After choosing a fresh kiwifruit, the next step is to preserve it. According to different situations, Nirvana recommends several practical preservation methods for you.
Store at room temperature: If the kiwis are not fully ripe, you can keep them in a cool and ventilated place away from direct sunlight. This allows the fruit to ripen naturally while maintaining a certain freshness. However, it should be noted that the storage time at room temperature should not be too long, generally 3-5 days is appropriate.
Refrigerate: For ripe kiwifruit, the best way to preserve it is to refrigerate it. Place the fruit in a crisper bag or crisper and place it in the refrigerator. This can extend the storage time, generally 7-10 days. However, it is important to keep the fruit dry and avoid moisture during refrigeration.
Cryopreservation: If you want to preserve kiwifruit for a long time, you can consider cryopreservation. Slice or mash the fruit into a puree, then place it in a sealed bag and place it in the freezer compartment of the refrigerator. Frozen kiwis can last for months, but the taste is different compared to fresh fruit. After thawing, it can be used to make juices, jams, etc.
3. Avoid mistakes and make preservation more successful
In the process of preserving kiwifruit, it is also necessary to pay attention to some misunderstandings to avoid walking into the "minefield" of preservation failure.
Do not mix with fruits such as apples and bananas: These fruits release ethylene gas that accelerates the ripening and decay process of kiwifruit. Therefore, it is best to store the kiwi separately.
Do not wash with water before storing: Washing destroys the natural protective layer on the surface of the fruit, making the fruit more susceptible to spoilage. If it needs to be washed, it can be done before consumption.
Do not mix unripe fruits with ripe fruits: Unripe fruits release ethylene gas, which accelerates the deterioration process of ripe fruits. Therefore, it is best to store the two separately.
4. Tips to make your kiwifruit more delicious
In addition to the preservation method, Fugui will share with you a few tips to make kiwifruit more delicious!
Tips for ripening: If the kiwis you bought are not ripe enough, you can put them in a sealed bag with apples or bananas. The ethylene gas released by these fruits accelerates the ripening process of kiwifruit. Generally, after a day or two, the kiwifruit will become soft and delicious.
It tastes even better: Kiwi fruit is eaten with yogurt, honey, oats and other foods, which not only tastes better, but also increases the nutritional value! For example, you can try slicing kiwi fruit in yogurt, adding some honey and stirring well, and you're ready to make a delicious kiwi yogurt!
Creative ways to eat are a big deal: In addition to eating it directly, you can also try some creative ways to eat it! For example, slices of kiwi fruit are frozen together in ice cream to make delicious kiwi ice cream; Or mash the kiwi fruit into a puree, add it to the juice, stir well, and make kiwi juice. These creative ways to eat will not only satisfy your taste buds, but also increase the joy of life!
Alright friends! The above is the secret book of kiwi preservation carefully prepared by Fugui for you! I believe that after mastering these methods, your kiwifruit will be able to keep it fresh for a long time, and you can enjoy it delicious at any time! If you have any other questions or want to know more about food, remember to pay attention to Nirvana! See you next time!