To keep food fresh, people often choose to store it in the refrigerator. However, some foods, due to their unique nature, should not be placed in the refrigerator. French fashion magazine "Marie Claire" has listed 10 types of food that should not be stored in the refrigerator.
1. Onion
The humid environment of the refrigerator will cause the onion to lose its pungent taste and speed up its decay. It is best to store onions in a fresh and dry environment, and avoid storing them with potatoes.
2. Coffee Beans
A common misconception is that storing coffee beans in the refrigerator is better, but coffee beans stored in the refrigerator quickly lose their original flavor. It is best to store most of the coffee beans in the freezer, and take out a portion for daily use and store it in a fresh, light-proof place.
3. Olive Oil
Storing olive oil in the refrigerator is not a good idea, as the liquid will gradually solidify and form waxy clumps.
4. Basil
Basil is a very delicate plant that the refrigerator can damage instantly, not to mention its ability to absorb the odors of other foods in the refrigerator. It is best to store basil in a glass of water outside of the refrigerator.
5. Honey
To maintain its nutritional value, storing honey in a sealed container at room temperature is sufficient. Like olive oil, honey will also crystallize when stored in the refrigerator.
6. Garlic
Like onions, garlic should not be stored in the refrigerator, otherwise it will start to sprout and spoil quickly.
7. Bread
Few people think of storing bread in the refrigerator, right? In any case, this storage method is not advisable. The cold environment of the refrigerator will make sliced bread dry out. Therefore, sliced bread should be stored in a fresh, ventilated place to last longer (but this will make the bread lose its soft texture).
8. Avocado
If you love avocados, you should not store them in the refrigerator, as this will accelerate their ripening.
9. Potato
Like bread, few people think of storing potatoes in the refrigerator. This storage method will make the potatoes become grainy and accelerate the conversion of internal starch into sugar.
10. Tomato
Storing fresh tomatoes in the refrigerator will cause them to lose their flavor and become mealy.