Discover how to keep cucumbers fresh for weeks by combining two simple storage techniques. Cucumbers are a delightful addition to salads, a crunchy snack on their own, or a zesty garnish in a summer Pimm's.
A clever hack that merges two preservation methods can significantly extend the freshness of cucumbers while maintaining their quality. The tip from MelanieCooks was featured on MyRecipes and swiftly gained recognition for its simplicity and effectiveness.
To apply this technique, wrap each cucumber individually in a paper towel before placing them all in a zip-top bag. Ensure the bag is sealed tightly and place it in the fridge, preferably on an upper shelf, reports the Express.
The culinary website thekitchn.com put this approach to the test and reported excellent results, outperforming other methods with a flawless score of 10/10.
Ann Taylor Pittman from the site remarked: "On day eight, there was noticeable condensation on the inside walls of the bag, which worried me; the paper towels were moist, but the cucumbers were in pristine shape. On day 15, the conventional and pickling cucumber had developed soft spots on their ends, but the English and Persian cucumbers were still perfect. On the 16th day, the conventional and pickling cucumber were too far gone (withered, with soft spots, and a little slimy), but the other two were still in great shape."
Intrigued to see the limits of this method, she found that "I decided to see how long they would stay good, and they lasted another three days (19 days total! )."
The writer shared that the approach of wrapping cucumbers in a towel was "quite effective". Further elaborating, she expressed how this strategy helped absorb excess moisture, which seemingly halted any soft spots and sliminess. Moreover, she found that keeping the bag sealed offered better preservation than leaving it open.
She confirmed: "I will definitely use this method with all future cucumbers I bring home. It's not fussy at all, and the smallest option on those select-a-size paper towels works perfectly for each cucumber.
"Plus, you can re-use the zip-top bag numerous times, so it's less wasteful than the methods involving plastic wrap. (You could even reuse the paper towels for cleaning up spills.)"
