Strawberries typically have a short shelf life, but proper storage can keep them fresh for up to 10 days! Find out here how to properly store strawberries in the refrigerator and make them last longer.
Tasty strawberries are one of the highlights of summer. But can you do something to prevent them from getting moldy or soggy so quickly? Yes, with proper storage in the refrigerator and a few simple tricks, summer fruits can stay fresh for a week longer than usual. We give some useful tips on how to store strawberries in the refrigerator so that they are still edible even after a week.
What can you do to prevent the strawberries from molding so quickly in the refrigerator?
The first and most important step is all the strawberrieson moldor other signs of spoilage before storing in the refrigerator. You should always do this before eating, especially if you are processing a lot of strawberries at once. A moldy fruit can spoil your whole enjoyment.
If all strawberries are fresh and you want to keep them that way for longer, then use one of the following storage methods. One thing is certain - the berries should not stay in the original plastic packaging for longer than 2-3 days.
Store strawberries in the refrigerator in an airtight glass container
Dry strawberries stored in an airtight container can stay fresh in the fridge for even longer than 10 days! It is important that you use a glass container with a tight-fitting lid. You should also not remove the stem or wash the strawberries before storing them. You should always do this immediately before consumption. The glass container should also be dry and clean. The strawberries will not mold inside and will stay fresh for up to 2 weeks.
This is how the method works:
- After you buy or pick the strawberries, remove them from the pod or package and inspect each fruit.
- You should eat overripe fruits that are already slightly mushy immediately. Moldy strawberries belong in the trash and healthy, hard strawberries can be stored in the refrigerator for a longer period of time.
- Rinse and dry the glass container.
- Carefully place the strawberries in the container. Fill only as much fruit as will fit into the container without applying pressure.
- Close the container with the lid and check the strawberries every other day.
Tipp:Always store the strawberries in the coldest place in the refrigerator. It is usually located directly above the vegetable compartment. The temperature there is around 2°C and is ideal for perishable foods that you don't want to freeze.
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Wash strawberries with vinegar to extend their shelf life
Have you ever heard that aWater and vinegar bathcan make strawberries last longer? That's really true! With this method, the fruit does not mold in the refrigerator because the bacteria that cause mold are killed by the vinegar. This is how it works:
Wash the strawberries and place them in a bowl with white vinegar and water in a 1:3 ratio. Let the vinegar solution sit for 5 minutes and then rinse the berries in a colander to remove vinegar residue and odor. Pat the strawberries dry and place them on a clean paper towel in a glass container or bowl. A lid is not necessary here. Store the berries in the coldest place in the refrigerator.
Notice: While this method is effective against mold on strawberries, some chefs claim that the berries may taste a little duller after a week.
