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Onions look hardy, but they are actually very sensitive to the environment where they are stored. Many people believe that they spoil because they are old, when in reality the problem is almost always how and where they are stored<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When an onion becomes mushy, with dark spots or begins to smell bad, it is a sign that it has been exposed to moisture, lack of ventilation or contact with other foods that accelerate its deterioration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Understanding these factors is the key to keeping them firm, dry, and tasty for much longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the biggest enemies of onions is moisture. When they are left inside plastic bags, even if they have small holes, the air does not circulate properly and the vapor is trapped.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This humid environment causes that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Onions need to breathe. Their dry skin functions as a protective barrier only when air can circulate freely around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Therefore, as soon as you get home, the first thing you should do is take them out of the plastic bag<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although it is a very common custom, onions and potatoes together form a disastrous combination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This happens because:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The moisture in the potatoes tenderizes the onions, while the gas in the onions makes the potatoes sprout faster. In the end, both break down before their time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ideally, they should be kept in separate spaces<\/strong>, even a few meters apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The best way to preserve whole onions is to allow air to circulate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can use:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Place them without piling them up to avoid bumps. Then store them in a dark, cool, dry<\/strong> place, such as a cupboard, pantry, or closet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The ideal temperature is between 7 and 13 degrees<\/strong>, as it keeps the onion in a resting state and prevents it from sprouting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This ancient trick is still one of the most effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You just need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Place an onion on the end, tie a knot, add another and tie again. This forms a kind of chain where each onion is separated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Then hang it in a cool, ventilated place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Advantages of this method:<\/p>\n\n\n\n When you only use half an onion, you should not leave it in the air or in an open bag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The napkin will absorb moisture and prevent bad odors. This way it can last up to 7 days in good condition<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to save time and avoid waste, freezing them is an excellent option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Place them in freezer bags, press to remove the air and freeze in thin layers. This way you can break only the amount you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They won’t be crispy when defrosted, but they’re perfect for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n In the freezer they can last up to 6 months<\/strong> maintaining their flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Onions do not spoil quickly by chance, but by a bad way of storing. With air, dryness, and a suitable place, they can last for months without losing flavor or texture. Changing small habits in the kitchen makes a big difference in your pocket and in the quality of your food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Onions look hardy, but they are actually very sensitive to the environment where they are stored. Many people believe that they spoil because they are old, when in reality the problem is almost always how and where they are stored. When an onion becomes mushy, with dark spots or begins to smell bad, it is […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":28678,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-28676","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-advices"],"aioseo_notices":[],"yoast_head":"\nThe most common mistake: leaving them in the supermarket bag<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Method 1: Store them in baskets or paper bags<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Method 2: Hang them in tights or tights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Method 3: How to Save Chopped Onion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Method 4: Freeze Onions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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