Potatoes can now stay fresh for months: The most practical way to store potatoes bought by the sack at home without them spoiling

Potatoes are among the most consumed vegetables in Turkish cuisine. Because they are used in many recipes, from french fries to kumpir (baked potatoes), they are often bought by the sack, but they can sprout and spoil early if not stored properly. However, some natural methods that are quite easy to apply significantly extend the shelf life of potatoes.

Small Secrets That Make Freshness Possible for Months

Several tried-and-tested tips stand out to prevent potatoes from sprouting quickly and to ensure they stay fresh for longer. In particular, proper storage conditions and natural aids are cited as the key to reducing waste and costs.

THE DIFFERENCE-MAKING EFFECT OF AN APPLE

Placing a fresh apple next to potatoes is a useful solution that housewives and chefs resort to. The ethylene gas released by the apple during ripening prevents sprouting in potatoes. A single apple left in the middle of a 10-kilo sack of potatoes can prevent them from spoiling for a long time. By easily applying this interesting and proven method at home, you can preserve the freshness of your potatoes for weeks.

STORAGE IN A DARK ENVIRONMENT IS ESSENTIAL

Potatoes start to sprout rapidly when exposed to light. To prevent this, it is essential to keep them in a dark and cool environment. Pantries or cabinets that do not receive light are among the most ideal places to store potatoes. At the same time, ensuring air circulation is very important. Therefore, potatoes should definitely not be kept in plastic bags; they should be kept in cloth bags, wicker baskets, or perforated boxes. This prevents rot caused by moisture.

DO NOT KEEP THEM WITH ONIONS

One of the fundamental rules for extending the life of potatoes is to keep them away from onions. This is because onions release moisture and gases that accelerate sprouting in the potatoes next to them. For this reason, it is of great importance to store potatoes and onions in different environments. This way, the structure of the potatoes remains durable for a longer time.

NATURAL PROTECTION WITH DRIED HERBS

Aromatic herbs such as dried mint, lavender, or sage sprinkled between potatoes contribute greatly to delaying sprouting. The strong scent molecules in these plants slow down the activity of the enzymes that trigger sprouting in the potato's structure. In addition, dried mint both increases the freshness period and reduces the heavy earthy smell in the kitchen.

In short, with these simple and natural methods, you can extend the life of the potatoes you buy by the sack and prevent unnecessary waste.

News Source: 12punto