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1. How to store lemons in the fridge to keep them fresh
The best way to keep lemons fresh is to store them in the cool compartment of the refrigerator. When stored here, they can stay fresh for about a week or more.
However, for an extended freshness, place lemons in a sealed plastic bag or a tight container. Remove all the air from the bag and seal it tightly. Using this method, the outer peel of the lemons will stay fresh for about a month.
If you only use half a lemon, wrap it in plastic wrap or place it in a sealed container and then store it in the fridge.
For cases where you use only half a lemon, wrap it with plastic wrap or place it in a sealed container before storing it in the fridge. However, after cutting, the lemon will be at its best for only 2-3 days.
2. Burying lemons in sand
This is an effective method to keep lemons fresh without refrigeration. First, select intact lemons and wash them thoroughly. Let them drain. Then, pour a layer of damp sand and arrange a layer of lemons on top, repeating until all lemons are used.
Note: Use moist sand to maintain the freshness of lemons. If the sand is dry, you can sprinkle some water, but avoid soaking to prevent molding.
Place the buried lemons in a cool, shaded area, avoiding direct sunlight.
3. Freezing lemon juice
Firstly, wash and salt the lemons, then let them drain. Squeeze out the lemon juice and pour it into an ice tray. For larger lemons, you can use a citrus juicer, but make sure to line it with paper to absorb the oil and prevent bitterness in the juice.
Note: The amount of lemon juice in each ice cube compartment should match your intended use to avoid waste. When squeezing lemons, only squeeze moderately, avoiding extracting all the juice to prevent bitterness.
Finally, place the tray containing lemon juice into the freezer compartment.
Once the lemon water has frozen, place the lemon juice cubes in a sealed container or ziplock bag, then store it in the freezer compartment.
Whenever you want to use lemon juice for seasoning, making spinach soup, iced lemonade, etc., simply grab a lemon ice cube based on your preference and add it to the dish.
4. Storing lemons in a glass jar
Another way to preserve lemons is by placing them in a glass jar filled with water. Simply put all the lemons into the jar, add water, and refrigerate to keep the lemons fresh for an extended period.
Here is a method shared by Mytour to keep lemons fresh for an extended period. We hope this article will provide you with useful tips on preserving lemons. Best of luck with successful implementation!
