Not all types of food need to be refrigerated; some will lose nutrients, flavor, and even spoil quickly at low temperatures.
1. Handle with Care: What Goes into the Fridge
Not all types of food need to be placed in the fridge; some will lose nutrients, flavor, and even spoil quickly at low temperatures.
Avoid putting unripe avocados in the fridge, as cold air will penetrate the skin and make them mushy. It's best to store avocados in a fruit basket at room temperature.
Storing potatoes in the fridge (below 7°C) will cause them to lose their sweet taste. Instead, place potatoes in a paper bag and store them in a cool, dry place.
Storing chocolate in the fridge also diminishes its natural flavor.
Tropical fruits like pineapple, mango, dragon fruit, and pomegranate are not suitable for refrigeration as they quickly spoil and deteriorate at low temperatures. It's best to wrap them in newspaper and store them in a dimly lit area since these fruits prefer darkness.
Avoid refrigerating basil as it wilts faster and absorbs other odors in the fridge. Instead, place it in a glass of water, similar to arranging flowers.
Storing cuve beans in the chill compartment will alter their composition and deplete their nutrients. It's better to store them at room temperature; if you have a large quantity, you can store them in the freezer for later use.
The humidity in the chill compartment of the fridge can cause onions to sprout. Additionally, it encourages the growth of harmful molds and bacteria hidden within the onion layers. It's best to store them in a dry, ventilated area.
Never store coffee in the fridge as it absorbs odors from other foods and loses its own aroma and flavor. Simply store it in a cool, dark place. If you have a large quantity, you can store it in the freezer for gradual use.
Olive oil only needs to be stored at room temperature, ideally between 12-16°C.
Low temperatures and high humidity cause honey to crystallize, losing its flavor and health benefits. Simply keep honey in a tightly sealed jar at room temperature to keep it fresh and delicious.
The fridge is never the perfect place for tomatoes as it hinders their ripening process. Low temperatures also strip tomatoes of their natural flavor.
Many believe that keeping bread in the fridge will make it last longer. However, in reality, the fridge makes bread dry and hard faster. It's better to buy enough bread for immediate use and store it at room temperature.
Eggplants are also 'allergic' to the fridge. They quickly become soft and wrinkled due to low temperatures, so it's best to store them at room temperature.
When kept in the fridge, bananas quickly turn black and lose their appeal.