Strawberry secrets: Dos and don’ts for perfect handling
Avoid shriveled, dried up or mouldy strawberries. Avoid soggy ones, too, as this means they are past their prime. A good strawberry should be firm and shiny.
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For best flavour, do not wash the strawberries until you are ready to eat or use them. Moisture is the enemy when it comes to storing berries.
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Do not take the green leafy bit off in advance since this will lessen the shelf life.
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If you need to preserve strawberries keep them overnight in a layer in sugar. The sugar will melt the next day leaving you with a delightful sauce.
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Buy in bulk at the peak of season. This is when strawberries will taste the best. Preserve any you aren’t going to use immediately. Freeze them, make them into jam, or make shrubs for cocktails.