Simple storage trick keeps bell peppers fresh for up to three weeks

A culinary expert has provided a hack to prolong the life of bell peppers
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A TikTok culinary expert has shared a brilliant hack for extending the freshness of bell peppers, ensuring they stay crunchy for three weeks.

Food enthusiast, Moonchen (@moonchen_foodblog), advised followers on the platform: "We know bell peppers can be expensive and they go bad easily. Here is a perfect way to make your bell peppers stay fresh for long.

"Dry out any excess moisture with [a] paper towel or clean napkin," she explains. "Wrap in foil paper. Store in a ziplock or nylon bag and keep them in the vegetable compartment of your fridge. Your bell peppers can stay fresh for up to 3 weeks or more."

Viewers of the hack were quick to express their enthusiasm. One user exclaimed: "Omg thank you! Bell peppers are a staple in my house but they go bad so quick definitely will give a try!" While another praised Moonchen, saying: "Thank you! Will definitely try this."

Due to their high water content, peppers are prone to rotting or mould when kept in humid conditions. They are also susceptible to ethylene gas, emitted by vegetables such as onions, garlic, and potatoes, which can hasten the ripening process of other veggies stored nearby.

Kristin Marr, cook and founder of Live Simply, shared a solution with the Express: "To shield peppers from ethylene gas and the humidity in the fridge, bell peppers are best placed in a reusable cotton or mesh produce bag which can be bought on Amazon.

"These bags will keep the peppers cool and help lock in their moisture as well as protect them, which will help them keep fresher for longer. Kristin added that peppers do not need to be washed right away if they are not being used to cook with."

She concluded: "If you choose to wash the bell peppers, make sure they are completely dry before placing in the crisper drawer. Any water left on the peppers will cause premature spoilage: mould growth, slime, and black spots."