How to store pomegranate in an apartment, refrigerator or cellar

How to store grenades in an apartment

There are several methods on how to preserve healthy southern fruits for 3-5 months at home.

How to store pomegranate in the refrigerator

At home, it is more convenient to put pomegranates in the refrigerator in the lower compartments for vegetables and fruits. To protect the fruits from accidental compression or impact, they are placed in a container with hard walls. Avoid the use of plastic bags. Condensation forms on their airtight walls, which can trigger the onset of rotting processes. When pomegranates are stored in the refrigerator, make sure it is full and follow the recommendations of the household appliance manufacturer for use so as not to increase the humidity. Otherwise, the fruits will spoil faster.

As a precaution, each pomegranate is wrapped in clean wrapping paper or arranged in sheets. Excess moisture will be absorbed by the porous material

The wrappers may need to be changed during long-term storage. You can use parchment paper. The optimal storage period for unpeeled pomegranates with whole peel in the home refrigerator is 50-70 days.

How to store pomegranate in the freezer

Slightly spoiled fruit from those purchased or from those stored for long-term storage can be well preserved in the freezer. The taste properties will change slightly, but overall enough nutrients will be retained. At home, it is advisable to use chambers with a quick freezing function. Pomegranates are prepared for freezing as follows:

• peel;
• grains are selected from segments;
• placed in portioned bags made of durable polyethylene or ready-made small-volume food containers.

Manufacturers of household freezers recommend keeping fruit under similar storage conditions for no more than a year.

How to store pomegranate fruits at home

A cool place with moderate humidity, 75-80%, is suitable for preserving fruits from 2-2.5 months at a temperature of 7-10 °C to 5-9 months at + 1 °C. At room temperature, pomegranate does not store well; after a week it dries out, since the humidity in apartment conditions is low. The supply of fruit is placed in a cellar or a closed balcony if the thermometer there does not fall below zero. Each pomegranate is wrapped in paper and laid out on the bottom of the container in one layer. You can throw light but dense burlap or cardboard on top if the fruits will lie in a bright room. The sun's rays hitting the peel will dry out the grains and reduce the juiciness. It is recommended to regularly check and sort through the fruits in order to notice in time those that are beginning to deteriorate.

Storing pomegranates in clay shells

There is an interesting folk experience on how to preserve southern fruits longer in a living space. Only whole fruits are selected, without cracks or damage to the rind, with a dry brown crown. A creamy mash is prepared from clay and water:

• dip the pomegranate into clay;
• spread on a cloth or wooden surface until the clay dries;
• a day later, the procedure is repeated, making sure that the entire peel is covered with a clay shell, and the fruit is dried again;
• At the same time, the crown formed by the sepals is also poured with the mixture.

Pomegranates packed in clay retain their taste for up to 5 months. Store fruit in a box in a dry place.

Ways to preserve the harvest until spring

The problem of how to store pomegranate at home can be solved. The fruit is an inhabitant of the subtropics, so you need to create a “native”, soft regime for it.

Refrigerator storage

You can choose this storage method if the refrigerator provides a positive temperature (2-9°C) and a humidity of 70-75%:

1. Washed and dried ripe specimens should be placed in the “fruit” compartment. Under-dried pomegranates will begin to mold.
2. Each fruit is wrapped in parchment paper - freshness will last longer. Plastic bags, even unsealed, are not suitable. During storage, moisture will still appear inside and the pomegranates will spoil.
3. The presence of “neighbors,” including vegetables, does not affect the condition of exotics.

With these parameters, the shelf life of ripe fruit is two to three months.

Freezer

This method is suitable if you need to maximize the shelf life of fruits. The freezer will preserve their condition from several months to a year. However, you should not freeze ripe pomegranates entirely:

• the fruits are bulky and “steal” a lot of space;
• cleaning takes a long time and is troublesome;
• When defrosting, due to temperature changes and skin pressure, the grains burst and the juice flows out.

It is worth choosing a different method. The fruit is cleaned, the grains are sorted, removing spoiled or suspicious ones (this is indicated by the color of the grains). The remaining berries are rinsed, dried, placed in a bag or plastic container, and stored in the freezer.

The disadvantage of freezing is the partial loss of vitamins from pomegranate. But you don’t need to clean anything; the bag or container takes up less space. And this is the only way to preserve berries if ripe fruits begin to rot.

Clay for preserving fruits

If there is no refrigerator or basement, fruits are stored in a heated apartment. Regular clay will help. It is better to choose a white variety from a pharmacy or hardware supermarket:

• Since we are talking about food, it needs to be heated (in the oven or over a fire).
• Then the clay is diluted with warm water to the consistency of sour cream.
• Washed and dried fruits are immersed in the clay mixture with the upper part (where the crown is), removed and left to dry. If the clay “cocoon” is thin, the procedure must be repeated the next day.
• When the second layer dries, the mixture is poured over the “crowns” of the fruit.
• Dried pomegranates are stored in a box, box or on a shelf. Cover with natural fabric or cardboard.

In the clay “cocoon” only the pomegranate skin dries out. The juiciness and aroma of the grains and other beneficial properties of the fruit are preserved. In a moderately dry room it will last up to six months. This method should be chosen for storing unripe pomegranates (they will gradually ripen). But the fruits need to be whole: they should not have cracks, dents, or other damage.

Cellar

It is better to allocate a dry, cool underground floor in the house for storing pomegranates. Humidity, temperature and shelf life are similar to refrigerator. Every six months, the fruit in the cellar is “inspected” for spoilage or other problems. Fruits that have begun to rot must be separated from the rest so that the spoilage does not spread to them. In the cellar, pomegranates are laid out on shelves or placed in boxes in one layer, spaciously, with gaps between the fruits.

Balcony, loggia

If the climate or microclimate allows, it is rational to choose a balcony or loggia for storing ripe exotics. Suitable containers for containers are boxes or boxes:

• the bottom of the container is lined with hygroscopic (moisture-absorbing) fabric;
• each fruit must be wrapped in paper (plain or parchment);
• Laying in only one or two layers is allowed: pomegranates piled on top of each other will burst;
• The top of the fruit is covered with cardboard or other light-proof material.

Under such conditions, ripe pomegranate is stored for a couple of months.

Methods for storing a whole pomegranate

The recommended storage temperature is from +1 to +10 degrees, so they can be placed in the refrigerator, on a balcony or loggia, pantry, cellar. An important aspect is the humidity indicator, which should be in the range of 60-70%. Smaller values ​​will lead to rapid drying, and higher values ​​will lead to rotting.

Most often used for storing fruits:

The lower “vegetable” section of the refrigerator, which must first be thoroughly washed with soda and dried. Next, the bottom is lined with regular album sheets or baking parchment, which is necessary to absorb excess moisture released from the fruit. It is also recommended to place each pomegranate in a paper basket, and then lay it out in rows in a prepared box. It is not recommended to apply more than two layers as this may cause warping and damage. The layers are covered with a sheet of paper on top and in this form they can be stored for 2-3 months. An insulated balcony or basement, which is an ideal solution if there is not enough space in the refrigerator. To do this, the bottom of ordinary boxes must be covered with cardboard, natural fabric or paper, and the fruits themselves must be wrapped in thin paper and laid out in rows. The top of the box is covered with thick natural fabric. This method ensures safety for two months. Any dry room at room temperature, but in this case it is necessary to make a shell of clay. To do this, you need to take white clay and pre-fry it in the oven to neutralize bacteria, and then dilute it with purified water to the consistency of rare sour cream. Each fruit is dipped in clay and then placed on paper to dry, and after about 20 hours the procedure is repeated

It is important to ensure that the “crown” is covered with clay. After the clay has dried, the harvest can be put in a box and moved to any convenient place.

It is not recommended to freeze whole fruits, as they will take up too much space and the freezing process itself will take a long time. In addition, there is a high risk that during freezing the grains will simply burst, since they are filled with liquid, which expands at sub-zero temperatures.

Pomegranate juice with honey

To enhance the beneficial qualities of pomegranate juice, you can add honey to it. To prepare pomegranate honey juice you will need:

• 1 kilogram of pomegranates;
• 250 milliliters of water;
• 400 grams of honey.

How to make honey juice from pomegranates: step-by-step preparation technology.

1. Pomegranates are washed, peeled and removed from the skin and internal partitions.
2. The resulting grains are placed in a deep enamel bowl.
3. Then the juice is squeezed out from all the grains using a wooden pestle.
4. The resulting pulp is filtered through a gauze cloth, after the juice has drained, the cake is squeezed out and transferred to a pan.
5. The resulting juice is mixed with honey. Everything gets mixed up.
6. The cake is filled with water, set over low heat and brought to a boil.
7. Then the broth is filtered, mixed with honey juice and put back on the fire. The drink is brought to a boil and immediately removed from the heat.

This preparation technology allows you to preserve the prepared drink for the winter. To do this, you immediately need to pour it into sterilized jars and roll it up.

How to properly store pomegranate

Before putting the fruit aside for storage, you need to carefully inspect it. Even the slightest spot can subsequently cause rotting of not only one pomegranate, but also all those nearby. Therefore, every 2-3 weeks you need to check if there is a spoiled fruit among the rest. Identifying rotten fruit in time is a great success. This way you can save everyone else from damage.

Every 2 weeks you need to review all grenades

How to store pomegranate fruits at home

Ripe fruits are stored quite well if you follow all the necessary rules. It is better to keep them in the cellar at home. In this case, it is necessary to ensure regular ventilation, other conditions:

• Pomegranates are stored at a temperature just above zero (1-2 degrees) and air humidity of 85-90%, depending on the variety - from 1-6 months;
• at a temperature of 0 degrees and humidity 80%-85% - up to 7 months;
• if the temperature involuntarily drops below zero, the fruits are damaged.

For winter storage, it is best to select medium-sized fruits. If you want to prepare large pomegranates, you need to store them separately.

How to store pomegranate in the refrigerator

In the refrigerator, it is better to place pomegranates in the fruit storage compartment. Care must be taken to ensure that the temperature always remains at the set level. Consistently low indicators will protect pomegranate fruits from the development of spoilage and rotting processes in them.

It is better to freeze pomegranates using the nofrost system.

Rules for storing pomegranate in the freezer

Scientists have found that deep freezing allows you to fully preserve the nutritional properties of foods. Even the “capricious” vitamin C does not suffer from this procedure. If freezing is carried out at a temperature just below zero, then the water contained in the pulp crystallizes, and after defrosting it flows out and along with it many nutrients are lost.

When the freezer is set to -18 degrees, the process is different. Very small crystals are formed that retain their original properties. When properly defrosted, such products do not lose anything in their nutritional composition. You need to freeze fruits at home in small portions. This way the freezing will go faster and deeper.

For freezing, it is best to use rectangular containers. Fruits must be taken that are well-ripened and of high quality. If plastic bags are used, they need to be shaped into a bar. When filling them, you need to make sure that there is some free space left, since frozen fruit mass, as a rule, increases in volume.

It is best to defrost on the top shelves of the refrigerator. That is, you will have to spend quite a lot of time on this. Therefore, you need to be patient and follow the defrosting procedure according to all the rules. By accelerating this process, you can not only lose the nutritional and taste properties of the product, but also cause it to quickly deteriorate. It is strictly not recommended to refreeze the fruit mass.

Before freezing, peel the pomegranate and remove the seeds.

How to store pomegranates in a clay shell

There is a rather unusual way of storing oriental fruits, which has come down to us from time immemorial from our ancestors. As you know, there were no refrigerators and freezers at that time. Therefore, they came up with various ways to preserve the harvest until winter and longer.

Dilute the clay to a creamy consistency. Pour the resulting solution into the area at the top of the fruit, called the “crown.” Wait until everything is dry and only then put it into storage. This method will help reduce moisture loss from the fruit, so it can remain fresh and juicy for a long time.

Choice

For long-term storage, a high-quality pomegranate without damage is selected. How ripe the fruits are can be seen by the peel. The riper the fruit, the juicier its internal filling, and externally it is distinguished by a dried thin peel.

The moisture and elasticity of the skin indicates that the fruit was unripe and was artificially ripened. The rind of pomegranates can have a variety of colors. There are not only the usual red fruits, but also brown, light green and yellow ones. The color of healthy ripe fruits is uniform and uniform, the peel is slightly shiny and resembles the thin bark of a woody plant.

If the pomegranate has brown and brown spots, it is a product spoiled by black rot. Ripe fruits are selected by the caps on the tops of the fruits. It should be dry and open. Unripe fruits have green "crowns". Ripe fruits have tasty pulp surrounding the grains. Not too ripe pomegranates are also good, they just need to sit for a while.

A high-quality fruit should be large in size with a diameter of about 10 centimeters. One ripe pomegranate weighs half a kilo, the ripe grains are filled with juice. There should be no damage, brown spots or scratches. If you squeeze a ripe pomegranate, it crunches, and if you tap it, you can hear a “metallic” sound. November will be the best time to buy exotic delicacies. At this time, fruits are delivered from neighboring countries. The delivery route is short, so there will be less damage.

How to choose the right grenades

Knowing how to choose a pomegranate, you can maintain the body’s vitamin balance all year round. There are several rules, based on which you will choose the right fruit, and ripe pomegranate will always be in the refrigerator:

1. In appearance, the pomegranate peel should be uniform in color, without damage, cracks or dents. Spots on the surface, as well as cracks, indicate incipient deterioration, as well as the fact that the integrity of the packaging was grossly violated during transportation.
2. The grains under the shell should be slightly palpable. That is, pay attention to fruits with thin skins. A fleshy surface is a sign of unripe fruit.
3. By weight, choose heavy ones weighing at least 500 grams. The larger the pomegranate, the tastier it is. Accordingly, the fruits should be large and fleshy.
4. Peel color is red or pink. A shade of brown or orange is the first sign that the berry is spoiled and rotting begins.
5. Attention, when choosing a ripe fruit, lightly tap the fruit; if it is ripe, you will hear a ringing sound.
6. You can select a sweet pomegranate using its “crown”; it should be slightly dried.
7. And the last rule is to make your purchase in November. At this time the fruit will be fresh. Try to purchase fruits as soon as they appear in the store; do not take fruits that have been lying on the shelves for a long time.

Seven simple rules will protect you from buying unripe fruits. This is important if you buy products not only for yourself, but also for your children.

How to choose pomegranate for storage

If you pay due attention to this stage, moderately ripe fruits will last at home for about 10-12 months. At the same time, you can easily transport grenades without fear of crushing them. When choosing, you need to pay attention to weight and size

The diameter of the fruit must be at least 8 cm. It is advisable to give preference to pomegranates from 10 cm. As for the weight category, a good pomegranate has a high density (without voids). Buy fruits weighing from 450 grams. and higher. This indicator is a consequence of complete ripeness, the grains are filled with juice. A good pomegranate has a thin red skin with orange flecks (not always). The matte shell should be dry and dense. Garnets that are too pale are not suitable for storage. Inspect the selected specimens for brown spots, cracks, and other types of damage. Feel the pomegranate; it should crunch a little when pressed. To assess ripeness, tap the shell with your finger. If you hear the sound of metal, the fruits are moderately ripe (not overripe) and can be purchased for long-term storage. The best period to buy the harvest is considered to be mid and late November. At this time, foreign fruits are delivered to the shelves. Evaluate the “crown” if it is a bit dry, the fruit is ripe and of high quality.

Pomegranate juice: how to squeeze without a juicer?

Preparing pomegranate juice yourself has a rich taste and healthy composition, unlike drinks with preservatives offered in stores. You can make natural pomegranate juice without a juicer at home using the following instructions.

1. The first step is to select ripe fresh pomegranates and then wash them.
2. Next, the pomegranate is carefully cut around the circumference and broken into 2 halves.
3. All grains are pulled out from the fruit and placed in a blender.
4. The pomegranate is then ground into a puree.
5. The puree is transferred to a fine sieve placed on any convenient container and left until the juice has completely drained.

To make the juice drain faster, the puree must be stirred periodically.

There is another way to squeeze pomegranate juice:

• clean pomegranate is kneaded well with your hands so that its skin remains intact;
• if you can’t knead the fruit with your hands, you can roll it on the table, pressing on its skin with your hands;
• After crushed grains are felt under the skin, you need to make a hole in the fruit and then drain fresh juice through it.

It is worth considering that this method of squeezing the fruit will not allow you to squeeze out every grain.

Caution: tannin

Before you start peeling pomegranate, it is worth considering that it contains tannins, namely tannin. This substance is contained in the skin, films and partitions of the fruit.

When directly interacting with the skin, tannin contributes to the appearance of dark spots on the skin. Therefore, it is recommended to peel and squeeze pomegranates only while wearing cellophane or rubber gloves. This precaution will not only protect the skin of your hands from the appearance of unpleasant dark spots, but will also protect the nail plates from blackening.

If during the process of sedum pomegranate this precaution was not observed, it is recommended to wipe the darkened areas of the skin with a slice of lemon. Lemon juice will make the stains appear slightly lighter.

How to store a whole pomegranate

After purchasing ripe fruits, you should think about their further storage. Where to store pomegranates so they don't spoil? The correct choice of method will preserve most of the beneficial properties. Keep pomegranates at room temperature, in the refrigerator or freezer.

Room conditions

To preserve pomegranate at home, observe the following conditions:

• room temperature +18…+24°C;
• humidity level 60%;
• a dark place where direct sunlight does not reach;
• a craft paper bag; it is not recommended to store fruits in plastic;
• Shelf life: no more than 7 days.

Fridge

What is the best way to preserve pomegranate at home? A refrigerator is the best option.

Temperature affects shelf life:

• at a temperature of +4...+6°C, pomegranate is suitable for consumption for several months;
• at a temperature of about +1°C the period increases to 9 months;

Do not store fruits in plastic bags, use paper ones - the fruits will not dry out in them.

The refrigerator compartment is best suited for storing fruits and vegetables, since temperature changes at this level are minimal.

Balcony or cellar

In the cold season, the fruits are placed in a cellar or on a glazed balcony.

For both options, storage standards are the same:

• temperature about +5°C;
• each fruit is individually wrapped in paper;
• wrapped specimens are laid out in a single layer on the bottom of a cardboard box with holes for ventilation or a wooden box;
• to avoid direct sunlight, cover the grenades with a sheet of cardboard or loose fabric;
• Shelf life: about five months.

To reduce the evaporation of moisture from the fruit, the tail of the fruit is filled with clay mixed with water, after which the mixture is allowed to dry on the top and the berry is placed in a dark and cool place.

Freezer

For longer storage, deep freezing is used, but in the freezer, after some time, the fruit loses some of its beneficial properties. Pomegranate can be frozen whole or in the form of grains. In both cases, the shelf life reaches one year.

Freezing the whole fruit

To freeze the whole fruit, follow these rules:

• temperature –18°C;
• choose fresh, dense fruits without signs of mold and rotting;
• the fruits are placed in plastic containers and tightly covered with lids;
• place containers with the product in the freezer, observing the proximity of the product (do not place it near meat and fish products).

Freezing grains

Freezing rules:

• temperature –18°C;
• choose fresh, dense fruits without signs of mold and rotting;
• Do not wash pomegranate kernels before freezing;
• put the kernels into portioned bags to defrost not the whole mass, but the required amount;
• place the container with the product in the freezer, observing the product proximity;
• Avoid re-freezing the product.

Is it possible to eat unripe fruit, and how to open a pomegranate correctly?

It is undesirable to consume unripe products, because... this may lead to adverse reactions. Particular caution should be exercised by people with diagnosed pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract. Pomegranate contains many allergens, so it is also undesirable to abuse them. To ripen, it needs to be provided with optimal conditions.

Before peeling a pomegranate fruit, you need to prepare the following equipment:

• large sharp knife;
• cutting board;
• spacious container;
• spoon;
• 1000 ml water;
• sieve.

First, the berries must be thoroughly rinsed with water and dried with a towel. You can use a stiff brush to clean it. The step-by-step process is as follows:

1. To begin with, the pomegranate is placed on the board. After this, the “navels” should be cut off.
2. After this, the skin of the product must be cut, dividing it into 8 or 4 equal parts. The fruit should not break into slices, otherwise its juice will fall on the board.
3. Then you need to pour 1 liter of water into a large container. After this, the fruit is lowered into it, and a knife is inserted into its center and rotated along its own axis.
4. The pomegranate is then separated into pieces using your fingers.

After performing these manipulations, the grains will sink to the bottom, and the peel and film will rise to the surface of the water. Then the contents of the container are filtered with a sieve. The grains are consumed fresh or stored for the winter.

How long does a pomegranate last?

To prevent pomegranates from spoiling, they must be stored at a temperature of 1 ... 10 ° C and moderate humidity. If the latter is high, the fruit will quickly rot, and if it is low, it will dry out. A basement or cellar or refrigerator is suitable for storage.

In the apartment

At room temperature 18... 24 °C, in relative warmth, it will not be possible to preserve pomegranates for a long time, a maximum of 7 - 10 days. Afterwards they will begin to dry.

In a refrigerator

In the absence of high humidity, pomegranates should be stored in the vegetable compartment of the refrigerator. In a cool, dry place, the fruit will last for 1 - 2 months.

Each fruit must be wrapped loosely in clean paper (not newspaper) or parchment. And once a week, inspect the fruits, removing spoiled ones, and replace the damp paper with new ones.

In such a storage, the temperature should also not rise above 10 °C.

Option 1. In boxes

Wrap the selected fruits in clean paper or parchment. Place them in a box in 1 - 2 layers, pre-cover the bottom with paper. Cover the top with thick cardboard or cloth. This way the fruits are stored without losing their quality for up to 2 months.

Option 2. In a clay shell

Prepare a clay mash by mixing water with clay until it becomes liquid sour cream. Dip each pomegranate with a “crown” into the pulp, let it dry and place it in a row on racks (in a cardboard box or wooden box), and cover the top with a cloth. If the clay crust has not set, there are gaps, the procedure can be repeated.

In this kind of “cocoon” they can lie for up to 5–6 months. It is believed that unripe pomegranates can ripen with this storage method.

In the freezer

You can store pomegranate seeds for the winter in the freezer. It is not recommended to freeze whole fruits, if only because of their volume. But ripe grains in sealed packaging (preferably vacuum) can be frozen for up to 6-9 months. Although you shouldn’t keep it for as long as possible, it’s always better to update the blanks.

It is better to put it into bags in portions and defrost at room temperature.

At home, the key to successful storage of pomegranates is their periodic inspection. Spoiled fruits should be thrown away immediately and damp paper replaced in a timely manner.

At home, southern fruits are usually stored whole. If there is no extra space in the refrigerator, peel the fruit and place it in the freezer.

The second option is to select all the good, unspoilt slices, pick out the grains, wrap them in a plastic bag and put them in a quick freezer. It is recommended to store peeled pomegranate seeds in the home freezer for up to a year. The taste and quality of the juice will change slightly. But you can freeze peeled pomegranate and preserve it for a long time only in this way.

Southern fruits purchased in stock after a thorough inspection are put aside for storage. Whole intact pomegranates with a dense peel are placed in the refrigerator or look for a place at home where the constant temperature is not higher than 8-10 °C:

• glazed balcony;
• basement or dry cellar;
• entrance unheated corridor in private houses.

The storage time of pomegranates in such conditions lasts from 2-3 to 5 months. If the temperature approaches 0 °C, but remains at minimum heat levels, not higher than 2 °C, the fruits remain without signs of spoilage for up to 9 months. Varieties that accumulate more acids than sugars last longer. Sweets can quickly become more caked and lose their original level of juiciness, which depends on compliance with optimal storage conditions.

Attention! Sweet varieties of pomegranate are stored in refrigerators for no more than 4-5 months. If you store pomegranates correctly at home, they do not lose their properties.

The shelf life of juicy and healthy delicacies depends on the quality of the fruit, temperature and humidity:

If you store pomegranates correctly at home, they do not lose their properties. The shelf life of juicy and healthy delicacies depends on the quality of the fruit, temperature and humidity:

• in an apartment with low humidity, 30-40%, – 7-9 days;
• in a basement or cool room – up to 4-5 months;
• “preserved” in a clay shell – 4-5 months;
• On the bottom shelf of the home refrigerator, the whole fruit lies without spoiling for 2 months, and peeled grains for 3-4 days;
• in refrigerated industrial or household cabinets for vegetables and fruits that maintain a temperature close to 1 °C - 9 months;
• freezing will allow you to enjoy the grains even after a year, but at the same time 15-20% of the beneficial substances will evaporate.

Shelf life

The period during which the fruit retains its beneficial qualities and rich taste depends on temperature, humidity and ventilation. In the absence of dampness, temperature becomes the deciding factor.

How long can pomegranate be stored at different temperatures:

• from -15 to -24°C – up to 1 year;
• from +1 to +2°C – from 5 to 9 months (for sweet and sour varieties, respectively);
• from +4 to +8°C – up to 2 months;
• from +18 to +25°C – 7-14 days.

How long can hulled grains be stored?

• from -15 to -24°C – up to 1 year;
• from +4 to +8°C – up to 4 days;
• from +18 to +25°C – 1 day.

Freshly squeezed juice is stored at temperatures from +4 to +8°C for up to 3 days.

Sterilized juice, compote, jam, syrup or boiled sauce:

• from +4 to +8°C – up to 1 year;
• from +18 to +25°C – up to 6 months.

Dried pomegranate is stored at temperatures from +18 to +25°C for up to 1 year in a dark, dry place in an airtight container or thick paper bags.

Methods for storing a whole pomegranate

The shelf life of this fruit depends on factors such as:

Variety Sour varieties can remain calm for 9 months, while sweeter fruits can last only 5.

Storage conditions. First of all, this is the temperature regime. It should be between +1 and +10 °C. The second indicator is the level of humidity, it should be moderate.

There are several options for storing the whole fruit:

In a refrigerator

If the temperature is maintained no higher than +1 °C, then pomegranate fruits can be stored on the bottom shelf for 9 months.

Usually the temperature in the refrigerator is set from +4 to +6 °C. In this case, the pomegranate in the fruit storage box will not spoil for 2 months. Wrapping each specimen in paper will help extend the shelf life and protect the fruits from moisture.

On a glazed balcony or in the basement

Here the air temperature should not rise above +10 °C. Pomegranate fruits are placed in boxes in one layer. The bottom is covered with paper, but it is better to cover the fruit on top with a piece of natural cloth or a sheet of cardboard. So, pomegranate will last for about 2 months.

In the freezer

This is the longest way to store pomegranate, which does not in any way impair the taste and beneficial qualities of the fruit. When deep frozen, the fruits will not spoil within 1 year.

There are 2 options for freezing pomegranates:

1. Whole fruits. To do this, take the ripest, but not spoiled, fruits. They need to be wiped dry with a cloth, placed in airtight containers and placed in the freezer.
2. Grains. The kernels are taken from overripe fruits or those that are not suitable for long-term storage. It is not advisable to wash pomegranate seeds; it will be enough to pack them in freezer bags. It's best to make portioned bags so that each portion can be used at a time. The packaged grains are placed in the freezer.

Whatever storage method you choose, carefully inspect your grenades periodically. Throw away spoiled fruit in a timely manner to preserve the remaining fruit.

Freshly squeezed pomegranate juice: benefits and harm. Is bottled pomegranate juice healthy?

According to traditional healers, this is the most reliable and effective remedy for all diseases. On our agenda is freshly squeezed pomegranate juice, the benefits and harms of such a drink, its medicinal qualities and contraindications. And one more thing - is it possible to replace homemade juice with store-bought juice?

The real taste of benefits or why drink fresh pomegranate?

Any berry juice is beneficial to humans, especially if it is freshly prepared. Why spend money on a very expensive one - pomegranate? The pomegranate is usually called the royal fruit, because its corolla resembles a crown. But that’s not the only reason he acquired such a title.

Doctors say that the benefits of pomegranates and pomegranate juice cannot be overestimated. They improve the condition of almost all diseases. Pomegranate contains 15 amino acids! Moreover, the body is not able to produce 6 of them on its own. It also contains vitamins that improve immunity, take part in metabolism and treat the nervous system. These are A, E, B-group, PP.

Basic rules for storing pomegranate

So, the product was purchased according to all the rules. What to do next? To store the fruit, you need a refrigerator or basement.

At what temperature should pomegranate be stored? The ideal range is from 1 to 10 degrees. At the same time, take into account the air humidity, it should be in the range of 65-80%. This is an indicator, since if the humidity in your basement is exceeded, the fruits will begin to rot and “will not live long”; if the humidity is low, the pomegranates will begin to dry out. If the conditions are met, pomegranate can be stored for up to 5 months. By purchasing pomegranates for the winter, you will provide your family with juicy and healthy berries. Below we will consider ways to store pomegranates: refrigerator, freezer, clay shell.

Regardless of the type of storage, sort out the fruits throughout the storage period. It is possible that you did not notice the cracks or inclusions on the pomegranate, and if you do not remove such fruit from the container, it will infect others.

In a refrigerator

Storing pomegranates in the refrigerator is a solution for city residents who do not have basements. Let's figure out how long you can store pomegranates in the refrigerator, and under what conditions:

• Do not put pomegranates in plastic bags, this will lead to damage to the peel;
• for longer storage time, wrap each fruit in paper, this will protect it from excess moisture in the refrigerator;
• The bottom compartment of the refrigerator is best suited for storage, as this is usually the most optimal temperature.

By following the conditions, you can preserve the fruits in this way for up to 2 months.

In the freezer

You can freeze pomegranates in the freezer either as a whole or just the grains alone. Don’t worry about the quality of the product; after defrosting, the grains will retain their appearance, consistency and taste.

Fruits that are starting to have skin problems are suitable for storage in the freezer. Peel off the shell and put into bags. The shelf life of pomegranates in the freezer is up to 1 year.

In a clay shell

If you have problems with the refrigerator, don’t have a freezer, or just have some difficulties with storing pomegranate, then don’t worry, there is an option to preserve the fruit at home - in a clay shell.

White clay, previously calcined in the oven, is perfect for this method. Dilute the clay with water to the consistency of sour cream and gently dip each fruit in it. After the first layer has dried, repeat the procedure.

Attention, the pomegranate must be completely covered with clay, including the crown! After the second layer has completely dried, put the fruits in a box and put them on the balcony or pantry. The products will be stored in this form for up to six months, but with the condition that all the fruits are intact, without damage to the peel

The products will be stored in this form for up to six months, but with the condition that all the fruits are intact, without damage to the peel.

Storage conditions

How to store pomegranates in an apartment so that they remain juicy and do not rot? To do this, you need a temperature within +1C -+10C. It is important to choose a dry, dark place for them, where sudden temperature changes do not occur. Mango storage conditions can be found in this article.