How to Store Peeled Potatoes WITHOUT Darkening.
Peeled and cut potatoes turn black very quickly!
This is because of the starch that comes into contact with the air and oxidizes.
Result, it is not very appetizing, but know that you can eat them very well.
Yes, they remain edible and are not at all toxic!
Luckily, there is a grandma's trick to preventing potatoes from turning black after cutting them.
The trick is put them in cold water. Look :
What you need
- salad bowl
- Cold water
How to do
1. Fill the bowl with cold water.
2. Dip the peeled potatoes in it.
3. Put everything in the refrigerator.
Results
And There you go ! Your potatoes stay very yellow and fresh without darkening :-)
Easy, fast and efficient, isn't it?
In addition, with this method, peeled potatoes will keep for 2 to 3 days longer in the fridge.
You can even prepare them by cutting them into pieces and keeping them in water. They will be impeccable even 3 days later.
Bonus tip
To keep them even longer, add a few drops of white vinegar to the water in the bowl.
And it also works with lemon juice or a pinch of salt.
Why does it work?
The potato contains starch which oxidizes due to the air.
That's why it turns black when it's peeled.
Water deprives the starch from contact with air. So the potato will not turn black.
Your turn...
Have you tried this grandma's trick for storing peeled potatoes? Tell us in the comments if it worked for you. We can't wait to hear from you!
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The Foolproof Tip To Stop Potatoes From Sprouting.
The Vegetable Tip To Store Potatoes Longer.
