Keep The Spices Fresh For Long-Know How?

Posted by cosisco on October 30th, 2013

Cooking is a great stress buster. It is not just a way of satisfying your appetite but also a great way to spend leisure time. There are many things which are needed to make a perfect dish, like-herbs and spices. No dish is complete without spices. But, keeping spices fresh for long is a tricky task. So, here are some tips to keep your spices fresh, brought to you by Cosis-the leading food seasoning manufacturers.

Keep the spices in steel containers

Light, air, heat and moisture are spice's enemy. That's why it's best to keep them in a dry, dark place in your cupboard. But better yet is to keep spices in steel tins or canisters or opaque containers to ensure all light is kept away.

Refrigerator-the best place to store

The absolute best place to store these are in the freezer in airtight containers-like zippered bags you've flattened all the air out of. The refrigerator inside a drawer-at about mid shelf if possible-is a close second for perfect places.

Mark them

When you first crack open a spice jar, make certain to label it somewhere - we typically mark the bottom of the jar - with the date using a permanent marker. This way you'll know when the contents' potency has dulled. The manufacturing dates are provided at the back of containers/packets by the spices/ seasoning manufacturers.

Keep them away from heat

Having your spices sitting above or next to the stove is not such a good idea, because herbs and spices deteriorate when exposed to the heat. The best storage temperature for herbs and spices is one that is fairly constant and below 70° F. Therefore, make sure to keep them away from the furnace, stove, and the heat of the sun.

Don’t sprinkle them directly

Don't sprinkle spices and herbs directly from the bottle over a steaming pot. Steam can sneak into the spice bottle and sap your spices' power. If you're wondering why ground spices like allspice can get hard and caked in the bottle, steam may be the culprit.

Other tips:

•Make sure your measuring spoon is completely dry when you dip it into the bottle. The moisture can quickly ruin the flavour of an aromatic spice like cinnamon.

•Replace bottle lids tightly immediately after use to keep out moisture and lock in the flavour you want from a highly aromatic spice like fennel seeds.

•If you use less spices or don't need huge jars of them, a drawer can be a great way to keep them handy yet organized. Label the tops of the jars so you can find something at a glance.

By using the above mentioned tips by Cosis, the leading seasoning and natural flavour manufacturers, you can keep your spices fresh for longer duration. Fresh spices will not only add to the taste and aroma of your dish but will also win you praises.

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