How to store dried lotus seeds? How to store dried lotus seeds

When fresh lotus seeds mature in large quantities, people will collect them, remove the green skin on the surface, and get the white curtain inside. Then they will be placed in the sun to dry. After the lotus seeds are completely dehydrated, they can be dried lotus seeds. Dried lotus seeds are easy to store and carry, but if they are not stored properly, the dried lotus seeds will change color and deteriorate. So how should dried lotus seeds be stored after being dried? Next, I will share the storage method with you.

How to store dried lotus seeds

1. Store in sealed containers

After being dried, the dried lotus seeds can be directly placed in a sealable fresh-keeping bag or box for storage. After the lotus seeds are placed in the bags, all containers must be sealed to prevent outside air from flowing in. This way, the dried lotus seeds can be stored for a longer period of time and are less likely to deteriorate or change color during the storage process.

2. Store in a cool and dry place

Dried lotus seeds can also be stored in a cool and dry environment. During the storage process, if the lotus seeds are exposed to sunlight or too much moisture or too high temperature, the lotus seed core in the middle of the lotus seeds will deteriorate, and then cause the entire curtain to rot. Therefore, storing it in a cool, ventilated and dry environment can prevent the lotus seed core from deteriorating and extend the shelf life of the dried lotus seeds.

How to store dried lotus seeds

1. Keep in refrigerator

Dried lotus seeds can be refrigerated. If there are not too many dried lotus seeds at home and they can be used at any time, you can put the dried lotus seeds in a sealed fresh-keeping box and put it directly into the refrigerator. Take out an appropriate amount each time you use it, and then seal the fresh-keeping box and put it into the refrigerator. This way, the dried lotus seeds can be kept for a longer time without deteriorating.

2. Cryopreservation

Dried lotus seeds can also be stored in the freezer of the refrigerator, so that the shelf life of the dried lotus seeds can be extended to several years or even longer. Then store it in the freezer of the refrigerator. You can use a plastic bag to divide it into several portions. Take out a portion each time you need to use it, thaw it at room temperature, then wash it and cook it with other ingredients. These dried lotus seeds stored in the freezer of the refrigerator are particularly easy to be cooked and tender, and they taste particularly good after cooking.