Followed – Suzan Hassan
Dates are one of the famous fruits with high nutritional value and a summer fruit that spreads in the Arab world, and many keep dates from year to year, especially if they have large quantities, but the methods of preserving dates must be correct to keep their quality and stay as fresh as possible so we will know in this article contains some tips you should follow to properly store dates.
1- Ambient temperature:
Most semi-dried dates can be stored at room temperature for at least a month or two and the dates are placed in an airtight plastic or glass container and the dates can be placed in a resealable plastic bag, taking care to empty it completely. air before closing it. Proper storage methods ensure the survival of dates It is advisable to keep dates away from heat sources for a long time. As for the types of dates that lend themselves to this conservation, they are Ajwa, Khudary, Sukkari and Wana.
2- Put the soft dates in the refrigerator:
Unlike semi-dried dates, soft dates are not processed before harvesting and to preserve their fresh flavor, dates must be stored in the refrigerator, as they can last anywhere from six months to a full year. in this way there are all kinds of dates, in particular Medjool, Khalas and Sagai.
3- Freezing dates to keep them as long as possible:
It is advisable to freeze dates if you want to keep them for several years. It is advisable to use freezer bags and to empty them from the air before putting them in the refrigerator. This way you can store all kinds of dates.
In conclusion, experts recommend eating dates in moderation to ensure and improve health. You can also follow the previously mentioned tips to keep dates fresh and delicious for as long as possible.
