Here's how to store ketupat so it stays fresh and lasts up to 2 weeks

foto: YouTube Dapur Moochies TV

If ketupat is left alone, especially when stacked, it can become damp and go stale quickly.

Brilio.net - When welcoming big days like Lebaran, Christmas, Eid al-Adha, and others, you must be busy preparing various delicious dishes to eat with family and relatives. There are many special menus that are identical to this special moment, such as chicken opor, beef semur , gulai, and so on.

One of the side dishes that should not be missed is ketupat. Although the process of making it is quite complicated, successfully making your own ketupat can give you a sense of pride. However, many people avoid ketupat because this food is known to go stale quickly.

This often happens because many people do not know how to store it properly. Some people just put the ketupat at room temperature without any special treatment. In fact, if the ketupat is left alone, especially in a stacked condition, the ketupat can become damp and go stale quickly.

Well, there is a simple way to store ketupat so that it lasts up to 2 weeks! One netizen from the YouTube channel Dapur Moochies TV shared an easy trick. Let's see the steps below!

After cooking, make sure the ketupat is drained until the water is completely gone. Well, you can store it at room temperature because it can last up to 3 days as long as you put it in the right way. According to the owner of the YouTube account Dapur Moochies TV, instead of putting it on a plate or bowl, it is better to hang the ketupat so that the air circulation into the wrapper is smooth.

photo: YouTube/Dapur Moochies TV

There is another way to store ketupat that lasts longer. Namely, ketupat can be put in a closed jar or in a basin, then stored in the refrigerator chiller. This storage method is said to be able to keep ketupat good for up to 2 weeks.

illustration photo: Unsplash/Kate Trifo

Another way that is no less durable, ketupat can be stored in the freezer. But, before storing, put the ketupat in an airtight jar first. Of course, this method makes ketupat last longer because it will turn into frozen, so it can last up to 3 weeks or even 1 month.

Well, for how to store ketupat in the refrigerator, of course the temperature and texture of the ketupat will change slightly, so it won't be delicious if eaten immediately after being removed from the refrigerator. To make the ketupat soft again, you can use a number of methods. For those from the refrigerator chiller, before eating it, the ketupat can be steamed briefly. However, it's different if it's from the freezer.

"Meanwhile, when we want to eat ketupat that has run out of the freezer, we can thaw it, but it's better to boil it again," explained the owner of the YouTube account Dapur Moochies TV, quoted by BrilioFood .

From now on, you don't need to be confused anymore about storing ketupat so it doesn't go stale quickly, right?

1. How long can ketupat last at room temperature?

Ketupat can last 1-2 days at room temperature if stored properly in a dry and ventilated place.

2. How do you warm up ketupat that has been stored in the refrigerator?

You can steam the ketupat for 10-15 minutes to make it soft and delicious again when eaten.

3. Can ketupat be stored in plastic in the refrigerator?

Yes, as long as the ketupat is completely cool before putting it in plastic so it doesn't get moldy.

4. How do you store ketupat in the freezer so that it stays delicious when eaten?

Wrap the ketupat in plastic or store in an airtight container before putting it in the freezer. When ready to eat, steam it again until hot.

5. Can stale ketupat still be saved?

Not recommended. Ketupat that smells sour or slimy should be thrown away because it is no longer fit for consumption.

(brl/tin)