If you want to keep lemons fresh for a long time, join us. We also discuss tips on storing lemon juice.
According to the family magazine service of Saed News, to store lemons in the freezer, you should pay attention when buying them and choose lemons that:
Are larger because larger lemons contain more juice and are suitable for storage.
Have smooth, shiny, healthy, and blemish-free skin.
Are heavier relative to their size.
Have thin skin since thick, spongy-skinned lemons are less juicy.
Do not have any cuts or damage on the skin, which indicates improper storage conditions.
Are ripe because lemons do not ripen after being picked.
If the lemons you choose have these characteristics, you can store them in the refrigerator for up to a week.
An ethylene absorber is a substance that removes ethylene gas. It helps keep lemons fresh for a long time. Using an ethylene absorber is the best and easiest way to store lemons for an extended period. Ethylene absorbers come in small paper packets and are used to preserve the freshness of food for a long time.
In general, you cannot keep lemons fresh in the refrigerator for a long time unless they are in the form of lemon juice. The freezer is a better option for keeping lemons fresh. To store lemons in the freezer, first wash them well and dry them on a cloth for a few hours. Then, place the lemons along with an ethylene absorber in a plastic bag or zip pack and put them in the freezer.
One method to keep lemons fresh is to store them in glass jars and avoid plastic containers. To keep lemons fresh, first, remove the seeds because they can make the lemons bitter over time. Then place the lemons in glass jars along with an ethylene absorber. This helps keep the lemons fresh for an extended period.
Storing lemons in vinegar and making lemon pickles is one way to keep them fresh. This method reduces stress and helps treat eczema and mouth ulcers. It is also effective for cancer patients and in preventing cancer.
Grating lemons and placing them in foil or silicone baking sheets is one way to keep them fresh. To do this, first grate the lemon, then spread it on foil or a silicone baking sheet with ethylene absorber packets, and put it in the freezer. Make sure to remove the air from the plastic bag and use an ethylene or moisture absorber to keep the lemons fresh.
To have both lemon and grated lemon zest, follow this method: First, grate the lemon and spread it evenly on a silicone baking sheet. Place the sheet in the freezer for a few hours. After that time, remove the sheet and separate the frozen lemon zest.
To freeze grated lemons, simply place them in plastic wrap or aluminum foil to prevent drying. Put the wrapped lemons in a freezer bag, remove as much air as possible, and then place them in the freezer. You can also store the lemons in an airtight container.
Whenever you need grated lemon, take a piece and put the rest back in the freezer.
If you want to use lemon juice in the winter: Use a simple manual or electric juicer to extract the juice. Pour the lemon juice into ice cube trays.
Storing lemon juice in ice cube trays allows you to preserve the juice for a longer period. Once the juice is frozen, transfer the cubes to a freezer bag and label it.
