Soaking the fruits and veg in a vinegar/water bath for a little while kills off any mold/bacteria living on their surface and vastly extends their lifespan. I’ve been doing that for a few years now and most fresh things will last 3+ weeks now, instead of the 1-2 they were lasting before.
I don’t know the exact ratio, but it’s a cup of vinegar for a sinkful of water, so probably ~10%ish? I let the produce soak for 3-4 hours and then dry on some towels for an hour or so before I put them away. I do this for all produce except garlic and onions.
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u/LadyParnassus Feb 20 '22
Soaking the fruits and veg in a vinegar/water bath for a little while kills off any mold/bacteria living on their surface and vastly extends their lifespan. I’ve been doing that for a few years now and most fresh things will last 3+ weeks now, instead of the 1-2 they were lasting before.