Carrots are one of the most popular and healthy root vegetables, which is actively used in cooking.
However, when harvesting carrots, questions always arise about their storage. It is not uncommon for this vegetable to spoil in just 2 months.
Therefore, it is worth looking at a few storage tips that are key.
Which place to choose?
The first step to successfully storing carrots is to determine the right time to harvest and store them.
Experts recommend harvesting carrots in late fall, when they reach their peak ripeness and contain the most nutrients.
Preparation for storage
After harvesting, carrots should be thoroughly cleaned of soil and washed in cool water. Then the leaves should be trimmed, leaving only short tails to prevent moisture evaporation.
"A trick" that will make it last longer
It makes sense to use plastic bags with small holes for storing carrots.
These bags allow the carrots to "breathe", preventing condensation and rotting.
It is important not to confuse them with regular plastic bags, which can retain moisture and lead to mold growth.
Regular monitoring
During storage, carrots should be checked periodically for rot or mold.
If some of the vegetables have started to rot or their appearance raises questions, you should get rid of such carrots immediately, because they will “ruin” all their neighbors.
When can you use this trick?
The most interesting thing is that this method can be safely used at all times of the year.
For example, even if carrots are stored incorrectly in the spring, they can be put into special bags. Of course, you should carefully examine them beforehand.
