The scorching heat is becoming increasingly uncomfortable, leaving us wishing for a little more rain than ever. While we will have rain once in two or three weeks, the official monsoon is yet to come. With the monsoon, the temperature drops and nature becomes greener everywhere. We understand that there are many reasons to celebrate monsoons, but there are a few things we must keep in mind to make this season even more joyful. The first is to take care of our diet to avoid intestinal problems, seasonal fever and more. And the second point is – of course – keeping food safe to avoid such problems.
Monsoon brings wet weather and with it food troubles – nasty forms of fungi, bacteria, etc spoil food sooner. Even keeping food in the refrigerator cannot keep food fresh if the appliance is not cleaned properly or does not have the right temperature settings. Don’t worry, we’ve found some easy solutions for you. We’ve listed a few tips that can help keep food safe and fresh during monsoons. Watch.
Here are 5 kitchen tips to keep food fresh and safe during monsoons:
1. Cooking food in small batches:
Always try to eat freshly cooked food. It’s the easiest way to keep your meals clean and safe. And if you are someone who likes to cook food in advance, then we recommend that you do not cook food more than a day in advance. The longer the food is left out, the more it will spoil.
2. Good Food Storage:
The next point is to store food properly. Always lower food to room temperature then store in an airtight container and refrigerate. And yes, make sure your fridge has no spoiled food anywhere and that the temperature is set properly. And for those you don’t keep in the fridge (like chapatis), make sure they’re kept in the casserole to keep out flies and other insects.
3. Keep the material properly:
Raw materials such as spices, salt and herbs are quite sensitive. They are easily damaged. In such a case, we recommend that you keep all your raw materials in airtight jars and containers and store those containers in a cool and dry place away from moisture or sunlight. God. Sometimes, keeping masalas in the fridge works wonders.
4. Keep grains in the sun:
Rice, dal, atta often spoil during monsoons – mostly due to the weather being too humid. Therefore, to avoid the risk of infection, we recommend exposing your cereal to sunlight. You can also spread it on newspaper and let them dry.
5. Avoid buying perishable foods in bulk:
Food items such as bread, cakes, cookies are very perishable. This is why you should buy them one by one so you can finish the pack in a day or two. In addition, open packages should also be stored in the refrigerator to keep them fresh.
Now that you have these quick tips, we recommend you apply them in your daily life to make monsoons more joyful for everyone.
