How To Keep Bananas Fresh And Spot-Free For Long

By: Nikita Nikhil

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Tired of bananas ripening too fast and turning brown? Try these simple hacks to keep them fresh, yellow and spot-free for days at home.

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1. Wrap The Stems

Cover the stems with foil or plastic wrap to slow down ethylene gas release. This will delay ripening and keep the bananas fresh for longer.

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2. Hang Them

Use a banana hanger or hook to reduce bruising. Hanging reduces pressure on bananas and helps them stay yellow and unbruised.

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3. Separate Them

Don't keep bananas in a bunch. Separate them to reduce the speed of ripening caused by ethylene gas build-up when stored together in bulk. 

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4. Keep Away From Other Fruits

Avoid storing bananas near apples or avocados. These fruits emit gases that accelerate the ripening of the bananas. Store them solo.

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5. Refrigerate

Once the bananas are perfectly ripe, store them in the fridge. The skin may darken, but the inside stays fresh and firm for a long.

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For delicious banana recipes to try at home, click here.

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