How to Clean Strawberries to Last Longer: My Tips and Tricks on How to Clean Strawberries and Keep Them Fresh and Fresh for Two Weeks!
How to properly clean strawberries to last!
Not long ago I saw a TikTok about how to properly clean strawberries and I was amazed. They really last longer. Gone are the days of storing strawberries in the container they came in. Believe me!Follow these steps to prepare fresh strawberries for all your favorite recipes, such as Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake (with Dairy-Free Whipped Cream), Easy Strawberry Chia Sauceand 4th of July Gluten Free Cake (Nut Free)!
First of all…why wash strawberries
Like many fresh produce, the surface of unwashed berries can contain dirt, bacteria, and pesticides. Therefore, in order not to ingest the above-mentioned dirt, bacteria and pesticides, it is very important to wash them thoroughly before eating!
Which leads me to…Should you buy organic strawberries?
Yes! I always recommend buying organic strawberries because they are not grown with pesticides. You don’t actually need to buy everything organic, but in terms of organic vs. non-organic, berries are a must for me. However, even organic berries can contain dirt and bacteria, so you still need to clean them!
what do you need
You don’t need much cleaning strawberries. Just a few simple ingredients!
- Strawberry (ugh!)
- white vinegar
- filtered water
- big bowl
- filter
- towel
- sealed container
How to Clean Strawberries
So how exactly do we keep our strawberries clean and good for up to 2 weeks? Just follow these easy steps!
- Mix vinegar and water: In a bowl, combine 3 parts water and 1 part vinegar.
- Soak strawberries: Add fresh strawberries to vinegar water and soak for about 10 minutes. Don’t worry, they won’t taste like vinegar!
- Drain and rinse: Drain and rinse the strawberries (to remove all the vinegar smell, no worries!), then place them on a towel to dry.
- Shop: Line an airtight container with paper towels, add the strawberries, and store them in the refrigerator. This step is important to make sure you remove the moisture!
Once the berries are exposed to any moisture, they spoil quickly. I recommend only cleaning as much as possible. However, if you do want to wash them all at once, make sure to dry them thoroughly to remove any moisture. We want them to last as long as possible!
water to vinegar ratio
The rule of thumb is 3 parts water to 1 part vinegar, so 3 cups water to 1 cup vinegar or adjust accordingly!
Washed and unwashed strawberries
Not only is it better for you to wash your strawberries, but this method actually keeps strawberries fresh for longer. On average, fresh strawberries last up to a week in the refrigerator. This method can increase the time to up to 2 weeks!
Your water matters!
In general, your water matters!I wrote the whole article What I Learned When We Transformed Water Really worth reading!
How to store clean strawberries!
Once cleaned and completely dried, strawberries must be stored in airtight containers lined with paper towels to keep them fresh.
They can last up to 2 weeks, but the length of time depends on the freshness of the strawberries!
How to Use Up Fresh Strawberries
Now, you’ve used up all the delicious fresh strawberries. Well, here are some of my favorite strawberry recipes!
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How to Clean Strawberries to Last Longer
How to Clean Strawberries to Last Longer: My Tips and Tricks on How to Clean Strawberries and Keep Them Fresh and Fresh for Two Weeks!
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- total time: 00:05
- yield: 4 1X
- category: Production
- method: washing
- 1 pound (or more) fresh organic strawberries
- white vinegar
- Combine vinegar and water: In a bowl, combine 3 parts water and 1 part vinegar.
- Soak strawberries: Add fresh strawberries to vinegar water and soak for about 10 minutes. Don’t worry, they won’t taste like vinegar!
- Drain and rinse: Drain and rinse the strawberries (to remove all the vinegar smell, don’t worry!), then place them on a towel to dry.
- Storage: Line an airtight container with paper towels, add the strawberries, and store them in the refrigerator. This step is important to make sure you remove the moisture!
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