How to keep oranges fresh

I believe that most people like to eat oranges very much. Oranges are a kind of winter fruit. Oranges grow when the weather is cold in winter, so it is suitable to store them in a dry and ventilated place at room temperature. Generally, oranges should be stored correctly, otherwise it is easy to lose the moisture inside, resulting in a shortened life of the oranges. So everyone should know how to keep oranges fresh without affecting the taste.

Although oranges can be stored in the refrigerator, they will lose moisture, affecting the taste, and oranges are more likely to go bad in the refrigerator. Even if you must keep them in the refrigerator, the maximum storage time is 3-5 days, and do not put them in the freezer. Generally speaking, it is not recommended to store oranges in the refrigerator.

1. As long as it is in hand, the oranges can be stored for a long time. What is it? It is baking soda. The alkaline flour used for making dough at home can also be used. The method is very simple. Let's prepare the things first. For 3,000 milliliters of water, about 30 grams of baking soda are needed, and the ratio is 100:1. With such a large spoon, one spoon is enough. Stir it and let it fully dissolve. Now you can put the oranges in. Make sure that all the oranges are soaked in the solution. Then scrub them one by one. Make sure that the surface of each orange is fully covered with the solution. After it is ready, take it out and put it in a ventilated place to dry naturally.

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Why Baking Soda Can Keep Oranges Fresh

This is because the main component of baking soda is sodium bicarbonate, which makes the water alkaline after dissolving in water, thus inhibiting penicillium and green mold that like slightly acidic environment. At the same time, the alkaline surface also cleans the dirt and bacteria remaining on the surface of the fruit, which indirectly reduces the rot rate. Moreover, during the soaking process, sodium bicarbonate can also react with the fruit acid in the orange peel to generate salt and water. During the natural air drying process, the water evaporates and the salt is retained. Salt also has the effect of sterilization and disinfection. The oranges are not easy to rot.

After the surface of the oranges is completely dry, you will need to pack them in bags. Pack them in bags according to the amount you eat each time. Finally, remember to tie the bag tightly. Do not let air in. This will isolate the oranges from the outside air and create a relatively clean environment.

2. Put the branches on the bottom of the carton, because pine branches can secrete a kind of bactericidal substance called bactericide, which can kill bacteria on the surface of the peel, and it can also maintain the temperature in the box, and then put the oranges in, and then cover them with pine branches, and then put a layer of oranges and a layer of pine branches. This way of storing oranges can make the peel smooth and not dry and wrinkled, and it can keep fresh for half a year.

3. Use sterilization to preserve the freshness. Pour the mashed garlic into a pot, add water to boil the garlic juice, let it cool, soak the oranges in it for a few minutes, then take them out and air dry them naturally. They can also be preserved for several months.