Brilio.net - Chili is an important kitchen spice, usually used to make various typical Indonesian foods. Apart from providing a spicy taste, chilies can also be used as a natural coloring to make dishes look more appetizing. Because it is used so often, many people stock up on chilies at home.
However, you need to pay attention to how to store chili stocks . If not stored properly, this cooking ingredient can quickly become moldy and rotten, you know.
So, so that they last a long time, sometimes many people choose to dry the chilies in the sun before storing them. There are also those who deliberately store them in the freezer.
However, if you don't want to use these two methods, don't worry because there is still one more way. Another way to store chilies was shared by netizens on the Dapur Mbak Lia Dewi YouTube account. Reported by BrilioFood on Tuesday (12/3), this woman said that storing it without drying it in the sun and freezing it can make the chilies last fresh for up to 2 months, you know.
How to store chilies so they stay fresh for up to 2 months.
First, sort all the stock of chilies that you want to store. If there are chilies that are rotten or damaged, it's best not to mix them with chilies that are still good. Then, wash thoroughly under running water. Drain and dry the chilies with paper towels or napkins.
photo: YouTube/Mbak Lia Dewi's Kitchen
After that, place the chilies in a jar lined with paper towels. So, this tissue will function to absorb moisture when the chilies are stored, so that the chilies can last longer. It doesn't stop there, you can also add 1 kitchen ingredient, namely garlic to be stored with the chilies.
Yup, garlic is what is said to help chilies last longer. The reason is, as reported by 12taste.com, garlic can prevent the growth of bacteria around the chilies, so that the chilies will not rot easily.
photo: YouTube/Mbak Lia Dewi's Kitchen
Then, close the jar and store the chilies in the refrigerator chiller. With this trick on how to store chilies, it is guaranteed that the chilies will stay fresh for up to 2 months.
photo: YouTube/Mbak Lia Dewi's Kitchen
How about it, it's really easy to store these chilies, right? Taking a peek at Mbak Lia Dewi's Kitchen YouTube upload which has been watched 256 thousand times, quite a few netizens have left enthusiastic comments about this method or shared other methods.
"Just wash it when I want to use chilies for cooking, when storing it, just clean it of dirt and water...thanks, great...Mom!!!" said YouTube @shemubaiya8680.
"When I was in Russia, I bought chilies at the Chinese market, but they were still in plastic packaging. I just put them in the freezer. They last for up to 3 months or 4 months, no problem. They're still fresh. If you want to use them, just take them out and pour hot water on them. "A little bit because I just put the blender in the cooper to make spices or chili sauce," explained YouTube @user-ro2sh4lh9t.
"It's even more durable, storing it in woven bamboo (besek), the longer it dries, it won't rot," added YouTube @yantiratna1209.
How to make chilies spicier before cooking.
Many people like to eat super spicy dishes. In fact, it is not uncommon for some people to choose to add more chilies for cooking. Increasing the spiciness level of chilies before cooking can be done in several ways. Here are some tips for making chilies spicier.
1. Select the right type of chili.
Choose chili varieties that are known to have a high level of spiciness, such as cayenne peppers or scotch bonnet chilies.
2. Selection of old chilies.
Old chilies tend to be spicier than young ones. Chilies that are dark red or bright yellow are usually spicier than those that are still green.
3. Store chilies in the right place.
Storing chilies in a brighter or hotter location can increase their spiciness. However, make sure not to store them for too long because the chilies can rot.
4. Store chilies together with the seeds and stems.
The inside of chilies, such as the seeds and stems, tend to be spicier than the flesh. Therefore, storing chilies along with the seeds and stems can increase their spiciness.
5. Store chilies in the freezer.
Putting chilies in the freezer before using can increase their spiciness level. During the freezing process, water crystals will form in the chili cells, which can then damage the cell structure and increase the spicy taste.
6. Add cayenne pepper or serrano.
If you want to increase the spiciness of a dish that uses chilies, add hotter cayenne or serrano chilies during the cooking process.
7. Use the immersion technique.
Soaking chilies in salt water or vinegar for a while before using can help increase their spiciness.
8. Store chilies with supporting ingredients.
For example, storing chilies with garlic or ginger in the same container can increase their spiciness because the chemical compounds produced by these ingredients can act in synergy.