Things to note when putting wax apples in the refrigerator

Wax apple is a fruit that is deeply loved by people. It is not only delicious but also has high nutritional value. It is usually stored in the refrigerator, but there is a lot to know about it. The wax apples in the refrigerator must be unwashed and cannot be placed in the freezer. Also, please note that its shelf life in the refrigerator is about 10 days at most, so it needs to be eaten in time.

1. How to preserve fresh wax apples?

1. Refrigerator

Wrap the fresh wax apple (make sure it is not wet) with newspaper, put it into a plastic bag, and refrigerate it. This will ensure the loss of water and extend the shelf life. Take it out and wash it when you need to eat it. It is recommended to wash as much as you eat.

2. Made into dried fruit

With the advancement of technology, many fruits are made into dried fruits in order to extend their shelf life. After processing, they will have a different taste, the nutritional value will not be lost, and the shelf life will become very long, which is the best choice for people today. Many foods made with wax apple as raw material are very popular, such as Taiwanese wax apple dried fruit, wax apple preserves, wax apple fruit canned, etc.

2. How to eat wax apple?

1. Wash and eat directly. Wax apple fruit is juicy and delicious, with a very high water content. It has a special fruit flavor and contains small amounts of protein, fat, and minerals. It has the characteristics of being sweet, lightly fragrant, and rich in water. It not only has a special flavor, but is also a holy product for cooling down and quenching thirst. Wax apple has the functions of stimulating appetite, refreshing taste and aiding digestion.

2. Dig a hole in the center of the wax apple, stuff it with minced meat, and steam it over high heat for more than 10 minutes. It is a famous traditional delicacy in Taiwan, euphemistically named "Four Seas United."

3. Slice the wax apple and soak it in salt water for a while, then stir-fry it with cucumber and carrot slices. It not only has good color, shape and taste, but also is crisp and delicious. It is a rare summer diet therapy delicacy.

4. In addition, Hainanese people like to sprinkle a little salt on the wax apple after cutting it, or dip it in some soy sauce. It’s a bit similar to the way of eating bayberry. This way it tastes more refreshing and helps relieve the heat.

3. What should you pay attention to when storing wax apples in the refrigerator?

When it comes to preserving wax apples, I believe everyone would think of putting them in the refrigerator to prevent them from going bad. However, many people may not know that there is a science to putting it in the refrigerator:

1. Make sure the wax apple is unwashed. Wrap it with newspaper first and put it in a plastic bag. Finally, put the wrapped wax apple in the refrigerator. This can delay the loss of moisture and relatively extend the shelf life of the wax apple. Take it out of the refrigerator when you want to eat it and wash it clean. Note that the wax apple must not be put into the refrigerator again after washing to avoid spoilage and waste.

2. Since wax apples are not resistant to storage, they can generally only be stored at room temperature for about a week. Putting them in the refrigerator will extend the storage time, but they cannot be placed in the freezer.

4. Shelf life of wax apple

Generally speaking, the shelf life of fresh wax apples is about one week under normal circumstances. It can be extended to about 10 days in the refrigerator. If it is made into dried fruit, it can last up to about half a year.