Tomato is an important part of every Indian kitchen. But winter or summer, tomatoes often spoil quickly and we have to throw them away. If you want tomatoes to remain fresh for a long time, then adopt these easy and effective measures. Let us know these tricks.
1. Do not wash tomatoes
Often people wash tomatoes and keep them in the fridge as soon as they buy them, which is wrong. Washing adds moisture to the surface of the tomato, due to which it starts rotting quickly. Store tomatoes dry and wash them before using.
2. Place the stem upwards
While storing tomatoes, keep the stem upwards. Due to this, tomato juice will not come out and it will remain fresh for a longer time.
3. Keep at room temperature
If the tomatoes are not fully ripe, do not keep them in the refrigerator. Keep in an open basket at room temperature. This will cook them slowly and remain fresh for a longer time.
4. Store properly in the refrigerator
Keep fully ripe tomatoes in the refrigerator. Instead of keeping them in an airtight container, keep them in a paper bag or open polybag so that the moisture can escape. This will keep tomatoes fresh for longer periods.
5. Freeze Tomatoes
If you have more tomatoes and are afraid of them spoiling quickly, freeze them. Wash, cut the tomatoes and put them in an airtight bag and keep them in the freezer. If you want, you can also make tomato puree and freeze it. This method keeps tomatoes safe for 2-3 months.
6. Store in oil
Slice the tomatoes, dry them slightly and then dip them in olive oil or mustard oil and keep them in an airtight jar. This method preserves tomatoes for a long time and also enhances the taste.
7. Isolate spoiled tomatoes immediately
If any tomato has started rotting, immediately separate it from the rest. One bad tomato spoils the rest of the tomatoes quickly.
8. Use of salt and lemon
By cutting tomatoes and storing them with salt and lemon juice, it remains fresh for a longer time. This method is especially useful when you want to preserve tomatoes for 1-2 days.
By adopting these easy tricks, you can keep tomatoes fresh for a long time and avoid unnecessary expenses. Next time you buy tomatoes, try these tips.
