How to Store Cheongyang Peppers Fresh for a Month (Without Freezing)
How to Store Cheongyang Peppers Fresh for a Month (Without Freezing)
Keep Your Cheongyang Peppers Fresh! The Secret to Storing Them for Over a Month Without Freezing
Do you often find yourself buying a pack of Cheongyang peppers only to have them go mushy before you can use them all? With this simple method, you can keep your Cheongyang peppers fresh for up to a month without freezing them! While long-term storage is best done by chopping and freezing, if you prefer to enjoy them fresh, this method is highly recommended!
What You’ll Need- A handful of fresh Cheongyang peppers
- Vinegar (a little)
- Kitchen towels
- Airtight container (preferably a deep one)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s thoroughly clean any residual pesticides from the surface of the Cheongyang peppers. Fill a bowl with plenty of water and add about 2-3 tablespoons of vinegar to create a diluted solution. Submerge the Cheongyang peppers in this mixture and let them soak for about 5 minutes.
Step 2
After 5 minutes, take out the peppers and rinse them one by one under clean running water. While washing, carefully trim off the stems. Removing the stems helps prevent the peppers from becoming soft and mushy during storage.
Step 3
Now, it’s time to dry them. Prepare a generous amount of kitchen towels and gently pat each Cheongyang pepper to remove all surface moisture. This step is crucial, as any remaining water can lead to spoilage.
Step 4
Line the bottom of your airtight container with a layer of kitchen towels. This will help absorb any moisture that might accumulate at the bottom, further preventing the peppers from getting soggy.
Step 5
Arrange the dried Cheongyang peppers upright inside the container, placing them on the kitchen towel. It’s best to store them the way they naturally grow, with the stem end pointing upwards. This upright position allows for better air circulation, keeping them fresher for longer.
Step 6
Once all the peppers are nicely arranged, securely close the lid of the airtight container. Store this in your refrigerator, and you’ll be able to enjoy your Cheongyang peppers crisp and fresh for up to a month without any freezing! If you notice the kitchen towels becoming damp during storage, simply replace them with fresh ones to maintain optimal freshness.
