Brilio.net - Spicy food is a favorite of many Indonesians. Various typical Indonesian dishes are prepared using spicy spices according to the tastes of the majority of its population. Spicy food can increase the appetite of its fans.
Cayenne pepper is the main choice to create a spicy taste in cooking. This ingredient is very easy to find in traditional markets at an affordable price. The use of cayenne pepper can also increase the deliciousness of the dish.
The high demand for cayenne pepper has encouraged many people to buy in large quantities as stock at home. Having a stock of chili at home reduces the frequency of shopping at the market. The availability of chili stock allows for more flexible use according to needs.
Cayenne pepper is a kitchen spice that is easily damaged even when stored in the refrigerator. Improper storage can cause the chili to become watery and soft in a matter of days. The correct storage method is needed to maintain the freshness of cayenne pepper.
Storing chilies in an airtight container lined with tissue is a common way to prevent rotting. The use of tissue serves to absorb dew or water that comes out of the chilies. In addition to using tissue, there are other effective methods such as those shared by TikTok user @claudiapao_ to keep chilies fresh for weeks.
As reported by BrilioFood from TikTok @claudiapao_ on Friday (20/12), the TikTok user apparently relies on one kitchen spice, namely garlic. This kitchen spice has antibacterial properties. When stored with chilies, garlic will prevent the chilies from rotting easily and the spiciness will be maintained.
photo: TikTok/@claudiapao_
To be more precise, first prepare fresh chilies that have just been bought at the market. If you want to store them for a long time, it is better not to wash the chilies so that they do not rot easily. Just pick the stem part
"Because if you wash it, the chilies will easily become watery. If you want to wash it, you have to wipe it (the chilies) until dry, okay," explained TikTok @claudiapao_.
photo: TikTok/@claudiapao_
After the stems are picked, put the chilies in an airtight container. Now, make sure the container is dry. If so, put in 2 cloves of peeled garlic. Then close the container tightly and store it in the refrigerator chiller.
photo: TikTok/@claudiapao_
In the video, he uses a comparison. So there are two containers of chili. One container is stored with onions and the other is not. After being stored for 2 weeks in the same place, the changes are very visible.
"The ones that weren't given garlic, the chilies looked watery, slimy and rotten. The ones that were given garlic, the chilies were still fresh, plump and fresh. The chilies at the bottom weren't rotten at all. And these can still last for weeks to come," he explained.
photo: TikTok/@claudiapao_
Having been watched more than 4 million times, this video immediately attracted the attention of netizens. Among them, there were more than 1,000 other TikTok users who commented directly. Many netizens were amazed by the results of the chilies that were still fresh. On the other hand, there were also those who provided other tricks in storing chilies.
"I really hope the information is useful for me, it turns out it's for the nation and state," said TikTok @tora_jakalossi.
"Okay..I'll try," said TikTok @nyomansuzuka1111.
"Thanks for the tips, every time I buy 10 thousand I get half a liter, after a week it's already mushy or not dry," said TikTok @felixxifelix.
"If I mix it with salt and don't need to put it in the refrigerator, if you don't have a refrigerator, you can try it," said TikTok @fanofmarklee.
"Store it in the freezer for the longest time. I tried it and it lasted for months. Now it's entering its 4th month and it's still good," concluded TikTok @asiaharis.