Onions are a must-have ingredient in the kitchen, because they are often used as a basic spice, whether shallots, garlic or onions. It’s not surprising that people often keep large stocks of onions.
Usually some people peel the onions before storing them, to make it easier and faster when cooking. However, onions are susceptible to rot if not stored properly.
So, for those of you who often worry about onions rotting quickly, there are several ways to store peeled onions so they last longer. Check out the tips below, OK!
1. Stored in the refrigerator
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If unpeeled onions must be stored in an open container, peeled onions must be stored in the refrigerator so they last longer.
After peeling, immediately store the onions in a closed container without washing them first. This method can make the onions last for 1-2 weeks.
2. Add oil to the chopped onion
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The next method is to add vegetable oil to the container where the peeled onions are stored. To do this, roughly chop the washed onion, then mix it with oil. That way, the onions can last for two weeks.
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3. Frozen
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After washing the onions, cut them and roughly chop them. Then, prepare an ice cube or plastic container zipper, then fill with chopped onions. After that, keep it inside freezer and the onions are ready to be used when cooking.
4. Cooked
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Another way is to cook the onions first. Finely chop the onion, then saute until half cooked.
Let it cool, then transfer it to a closed container and store it freezer. This method can make the onions last for 1-2 months.
By applying the methods above, you can store onions for some time to become a seasoning for various favorite dishes. Good luck!
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2023-10-06 02:09:00
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