5 Tips To Keep
Bugs Away
From Lentils

By: Nikita Nikhil

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Taking care of the lentils is important since they can easily get infected with bugs and other particles if not taken care of. Here we have 5 easy tips to store your lentils.

1. Dry Neem Leaves

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If you want to store a lot of lentils, put some dry neem leaves at the bottom of the container. This will keep the lentils safe for a longer time.

2. Cloves

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Not only do cloves enhance the taste of your food but also protect your lentils from insect attacks. Just add 8-10 cloves to your lentil jar.

3. Garlic

Put some unpeeled garlic cloves in the lentil container and mix well. Remove them from the jar once they have dried and replace with other buds.

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4. Refrigerate

You can fill the lentil jar with dals and store them in the fridge if you buy these in small quantities. This will protect the pulses from bugs.

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5. Sunlight 

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If there are bugs, spread the lentils on a large cloth under the sunlight for 2-3 days. This trick would ensure the hidden bugs flee away.

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