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The surface of the cauldron harbors filth and evil. The article recommends washing it before cooking. You can also use water, vinegar or salt water to remove dirt and insects depending on the situation. Wash it and filter it, then freeze it and store it for up to 1 year.
Yahoo News reports that green cauliflower (also known as blue and white florets), like most fruits and vegetables, can easily retain pesticides, bugs and sediment on its surface, so it’s important to wash it thoroughly and correctly. Cleaning cauliflower may seem like a daunting task, but once you get the hang of it, it only takes 5 minutes or less. These cruciferous vegetables can be easily washed using everyday ingredients like white vinegar, salt or baking soda.
To prevent vegetables from rotting prematurely, cauliflower should be washed “before cooking”. The key to extending the shelf life of fruits and vegetables lies in cleaning time and storage methods. In fact, cauliflower can be kept refrigerated for about a week if not washed and stored in an airtight container or plastic bag.
Freezing is also an excellent option, but it must be washed first. Be sure to drain well after washing, and freeze quickly before placing in a freezer-sealed bag. Frozen cauliflower can be stored for up to a year and is a cost-effective and convenient way to prepare eggs, stir fry or make soup.
There are many correct ways to clean cauliflower, and people can choose according to personal habits and time. When time is short, washing with cold running water is fastest; If you want a more thorough cleaning, soaking in vinegar or clean water is the best way.
Never use soap, dishwashing liquid, bleach or other detergents to wash fruits and vegetables. The structure of cauliflower is fine and porous, making it extremely difficult to thoroughly wash out chemical residues.
1. Wash with running water
The easiest way is to rinse with running water directly in the kitchen sink. The steps are as follows:
-Hold a whole cauliflower by its stem, buds facing down; If it has been cut into flowers, place it in a draining basket.
-Wash the entire cauliflower under cold water, making sure to clean every crevice.
– Use a kitchen towel or clean towel to pat dry surface moisture; If you want to clean it completely, cut it into small pieces before cooking.
2. Vinegar Water Soaking Method
Some people prefer to use diluted white vinegar for soaking to more effectively remove residual pollutants. The steps are as follows:
– In a mixing bowl, add 1/3 cup white vinegar and 2.5 cups cold water and mix well.
– Soak the cauliflower in vinegar water for about 2 to 5 minutes and wait for the dirt to be removed.
– Take it out and wash it thoroughly under running cold water to remove any remaining vinegar.
