Knowing how to store carrots is essential as it eliminates or reduces food waste. When well stored, they can last up to 8 weeks fresh!
Over the years I have done this I can 100% guarantee you of the results. I have also leant several other ways of keeping my produce (vegetables and fruits) fresh for longer either in the freezer or fridge or in dark places or over the counter. I have shared several ways in which you can store some produce on the blog and direct links on this blog post.
STEP BY STEP PROCESS ON HOW TO STORE CARROTS
- Start by washing up your carrots if they are extremely dirty then completely dry them with a kitchen towel. (Washing is completely optional though).
- Take out your plastic bag or ziplock bag and place the carrots inside then try and seal the bag tightly to avoid air or moisture getting in.
- Store in the fridge for upto 4-8 weeks.
OTHER KITCHEN TIPS/HACKS THAT YOU COULD FIND USEFUL:
- How to store leafy greens
- How to make Muffin Cases
- How to make Garlic Paste
- How to store lemons
- How to peel & cut a pineapple
WAYS IN WHICH YOU CAN USE CARROTS:
Here are some of the recipes with carrots for you to try out:
- Orange Carrot Smoothie
- Easy One Pot Cashew Cream Veggies Pasta
- Braised Oxtail (alcohol free)
- The best one pot chicken & rice
- Minced beef stew with green peas (Bolognese sauce)
- Githeri with potatoes
- Githeri Special (Maize, beans & beef)
- Rosemary Kienyenji Chicken Stew
- Pineapple Carrot Salad
- Pressure Cooked Beef Shanks (Osso Bucco)
- Simple Delicious Githeri Curry (Vegan)
- Lamb & Potatoes Stew (One pot meal)
- One pot Cashew Cream Chicken Stew (loaded with vegetables)
- The Best Chicken & Veggies Stir Fry
- Purple Cabbage Salad
- Sautéed Cabbage
- Apple Carrot Muffins
- Apple Beet Carrot Salad
HOW TO STORE CARROTS VIDEO TUTORIAL:
Here is a quick video showing how to store leafy greens. You can also subscribe to my YouTube Channel for more recipe videos, kitchen tips & hacks!
How to store carrots
Equipment
- Plastic bag/ ziplock bag
Materials
- Carrots
Instructions
- Start by washing up your carrots if they are extremely dirty then completely dry them with a kitchen towel (Washing is completely optional though).
- Take out your plastic bag or ziplock bag and place the carrots inside then try and seal the bag tightly to avoid air or moisture getting in.
- Store in the fridge for upto 4-8 weeks.
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