Recently, dried nuts have been commonly used for snacking during the Tet holidays because they are both delicious and good for health. But do you know how to store these nuts? Let’s explore 4 ways to preserve dried nuts without them becoming stale and rancid with the Kitchen Tips section!
1 How to store nuts to prevent them from becoming soggy or rancid
The presence of dried nuts – watermelon seeds, sunflower seeds, cashews, almonds, walnuts,… seem to make the Tet holiday much more complete. Moreover, this is a very popular snack during Tet, enjoyed by both children and adults.
However, if left out for too long (or not stored properly), these types of nuts can easily become soggy and lose their crispness, making them less enjoyable to eat than they were initially.
In fact, these dried nuts can be prone to mold if they encounter a suitable environment for bacterial growth.
Therefore, refer to some methods of storing nuts below so that they do not become soggy or rancid during Tet!
Store in jars or airtight containers
The first method is very simple; you just need to prepare a glass jar or plastic container to store nuts during Tet. This not only preserves their delicious quality but also keeps them clean and dry, preventing mold.
Additionally, you can place a moisture-absorbing packet (specifically for food) inside the container or jar, which will help keep the nuts from becoming soggy during use.
Store in plastic bags or vacuum-sealed bags
Plastic bags are also a convenient tool for storing nuts to prevent them from becoming soggy during Tet.
In addition, the best way to preserve nuts is to use vacuum-sealed bags, as this will help keep the nuts more securely stored.
Roasting the nuts again
When you see the nuts showing signs of going stale, don’t worry too much! Put them in a non-stick pan over medium heat to roast them back to warmth.
When the nuts turn yellow and dry out, turn off the heat, let them cool to room temperature, and then store them in a box, jar, or plastic bag as mentioned in the previous two steps. Be careful not to roast them for too long as it will burn the nuts!
Storing nuts in a dry environment
In addition to storing nuts in boxes, jars, or airtight bags, you should also place them in dry, cool places, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent the nuts from going stale and moldy!
Note: Do not store dry nuts in a refrigerator, as the moisture in the refrigerator will affect the nuts, making them more likely to go stale and moldy.
2 How to choose dry seeds during Tet
Do not choose seeds that are too dark in color
Nowadays, food items are coated with industrial colors to make them more appealing and look more delicious, and dry seeds during Tet are no exception.
For example, watermelon seeds are red, often dyed with a red color – a substance that is used to dye clothes. Eating too many watermelon seeds coated with this chemical can affect your health.
Therefore, you should buy seeds that have a light natural color, and avoid buying seeds that are too shiny. Avoid buying seeds that have an unusually bright shiny color and have a rancid oil smell, musty odor, or strange smell!
Choose seeds with a clear origin
Prioritize buying seeds that are packaged in boxes or bags with clear origin and source labels, especially the expiration date.
You can choose to buy seeds at points of sale that have controlled hygiene quality, such as supermarkets or stalls from reputable production facilities.
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Above are some ways to preserve various nuts that do not get stale or smell rancid for a long time during the Tet season. Hopefully, through this article, you will know how to properly preserve various nuts throughout the Tet season.
