Scallions are a familiar ingredient in many dishes, but they are very easy to wilt and bruise if you don't know how to preserve them properly. Many people buy them and only put them in the refrigerator for a few days and the onions have turned yellow and lost their freshness.
According to culinary experts, properly preserving scallions not only helps maintain freshness but also retains the natural flavor when processed.
Store scallions with paper towels
After buying, you should remove the damaged leaves, wash them and drain thoroughly. Use paper towels to wrap around the onions to absorb moisture, then put them in zip pockets or sealed boxes and place them in the refrigerator.
This helps limit excess moisture - the reason why onions spoil quickly.
Stored in water like fresh flowers
Another simple tip is to stick the base of the onion into a glass of water, just like flower arrangements. Then lightly cover the leaves with a plastic bag and place it in the refrigerator compartment.
This method helps keep the onions fresher and greener for longer.
Cutting and freezing
If you don't use it all, you can cut the onions into small pieces and put them in a sealed container, stored in the freezer. When needed, just take them out and use them immediately without thawing.
According to suggestions from BBC Good Food, freezing herbs is an effective way to extend the shelf life while still retaining most of the flavor.
Avoid mistakes that make things spoil quickly
You should not put wet onions in the refrigerator because they are easily waterlogged. In addition, avoid stuffing them too tightly in a tight bag because lack of air also makes onions wilt quickly.
Storing green onions is not difficult if you apply it correctly. With just a few simple steps, you can keep the onions fresh and ready for every family meal.
