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Spices is an essential ingredient in the kitchen. It usually lasts for months to years but not storing it properly can affect the taste, aroma, and longevity of the spice. Hence, given below are few tips that will help you to rightly store the spices.<br>
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Keep the Spices Dry • It’s advisable to keep the spices dry to maintain the flavour and colour. Thus, store it in a dry container and don’t roast the spices as it will retain the moisture. • Don’t use a moist spoon or wet hands to take the spice out of the container otherwise it will become soggy, lumpy, and lose its quality over time.
Store the Spices in Opaque Containers • Always use an opaque container to store the spice to avoid exposure to light as it can fade the colour, affect the flavour of the spices, and make them age quicker. • Use an opaque container only to preserve the flavour and freshness of Indian spices.
Store the Bulk Spices in The Freezer • Heat or hot temperature damage the spices and decrease its shelf life; thus, store the spices in a refrigerator. • Don’t refrigerate it for a long time as will spoil the spices due to excess condensation.
Keep the Spices Away from Light and Heat • Never expose the spices to light and heat. Don’t keep the spices close to the stove, or near the window sill. • Keep it away from direct sunlight. • The ideal place to store the spices is in a cool place with low temperatures.
Keep A Check on Spices Frequently • Do check the spices regularly. • Checking the spices on a regular basis can prevent the spices from getting spoilt and its wastage.
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