How to store raisins at home

How to store raisins at home

Raisins should be stored in a cool, dry and dark place. Avoid storing it in damp places, as mold can grow.
If you do not have enough space in the refrigerator to store raisins, you can use dark cabinets.

Just do not place them near the gas.
If you store raisins at room temperature, up to six months, and if you put them in the refrigerator and containers in a closed and impermeable,
you can increase the storage time to one year. Another problem is the possibility of insect attack,
so make sure there are no insect eggs or the insects themselves before storing.

Prolonged or excessive drying of raisins in the open air or even in the refrigerator will cause them to harden.
For this reason, it is said that raisins must be stored in sealed containers. In the refrigerator, due to the crystallization of the sugar in it,
you may gradually have firm raisins.

Dry or firm raisins do not mean they rot, but if you notice any change in taste, smell or color, it is better to throw them away.
You can use these methods to refresh and re-flesh the raisins:

Pour the raisins in a bowl of boiling water and place in a bowl until you get the desired softness (for 5-10 minutes),
then rinse and take extra water with a clean cloth.

Spread the raisins in one layer in a suitable microwave dish.
Pour a very small amount of water (10 cc per 250 grams of raisins) on them and place in a bowl.
Then place in the microwave for 30-30 seconds.
Take out the container and stir its contents and let it stay at room temperature for two or three minutes. Finally, wipe off excess water with a tissue.