Chef and recipe developer Kat (@katcancook on TikTok) shared a simple hack for keeping cucumbers fresh and crunchy for longer. In her viral video, Kat demonstrates how to extend the shelf life of cucumbers by properly storing them....CONTINUE READING>>>
After unwrapping the cucumbers and recycling the packaging, Kat advises giving them a quick rinse and drying them with a paper towel. She emphasizes that the two main culprits of produce spoilage are oxygen and water, and cucumbers, being water-rich, need special handling to avoid excess moisture buildup.
Kat’s trick involves creating a “paper towel sleeping bag” for the cucumbers. Place the rinsed and dried cucumbers in a silicone or ziplock bag with the paper towel to absorb extra moisture, seal it, and store it in the fridge.
Fans of her method shared mixed reactions. While some found it effective, others joked about neglecting their produce or suggested alternatives like using baking paper, which some claim works even better than paper towels.
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