The Ultimate Guide to Storing Radishes: From Selection to Preservation
How to Choose and Store Kimchi Radishes for Long-Lasting Freshness and Flavor
As the kimchi-making season approaches, many people buy radishes when they are on sale. Do you know how to store kimchi radishes to prevent them from becoming dry or wilted? Today, I’ll share the best tips for selecting radishes and how to store them to keep them crisp and fresh for a long time!
Ingredients (per radish)- 1 radish
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
To pick the best radish, look for one with vibrant green leaves, a firm texture, and not too many fine root hairs. A radish that is plump in the middle and has a wide green top is generally sweeter and tastier. It should feel heavy for its size, be firm when pressed, and have a smooth, unblemished surface.
Step 2
If you store radishes with soil still attached in a plastic bag for an extended period, moisture can accumulate inside the bag. This can lead to mold growth and cause the radish to become ‘windy’ or dry out, significantly reducing its crispness and freshness.
Step 3
Prepare for storing your radish! You’ll need newspapers to wrap the radish and a medium-sized plastic bag to hold it. Using a standard vegetable storage bag or a thicker plastic bag will work well.
Step 4
Place the newspaper flat on a surface. Lay the radish diagonally on top of the newspaper. This positioning will make it easier to wrap the entire radish evenly.
Step 5
Begin wrapping the radish with the newspaper. Roll it up about halfway, then fold the excess newspaper from the top and bottom sections inward, creating a neat package. Ensure it’s wrapped snugly.
Step 6
After wrapping the radish thoroughly in newspaper, place it inside the plastic bag. Seal the bag tightly to prevent air from entering and moisture from escaping. This double-layer protection is key to maintaining freshness.
Step 7
Store the radish, now well-wrapped in both newspaper and plastic, in the refrigerator. This method helps to minimize moisture loss and keep the radish crisp and fresh for a significantly longer period, ensuring you can enjoy its delightful crunch anytime.
