In Indian homes, pickles are not just a side dish but a special part of the food which enhances the taste. But often, if proper care is not taken, the pickle gets moldy due to which it starts spoiling very quickly. If you want the pickle to remain fresh and safe for a long time, then it is very important to keep some simple things in mind. By adopting these few tips, you can keep pickles safe for years without getting moldy. Let us know how?
Measures to prevent and remove mold in pickles
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Protect pickles from moisture: Before using the pickle jar, wash it thoroughly and dry it in the sun. If there is even a little water or moisture in it, the pickle may get spoiled and fungus may develop. Also, use glass or ceramic jars instead of plastic containers to store pickles. -
use plenty of oil: Fill the pickle jar with mustard oil till the top so that the pickle is completely immersed. Due to abundance of oil, there is no fungus in the pickle. This is a natural preservative to protect pickles from fungus. You can also add 2-3 teaspoons of vinegar, which prevents fungus by lowering the pH level.
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Use dry spoon in pickle: Use only a dry spoon to get the pickle. If there is even a little water in the spoon, it can cause mold, so always use dry and clean spoon.
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Show sunshine in the week: Keep the pickle in strong sunlight for 3-4 days so that its moisture gets lost. Also keep the right proportion of salt and turmeric in the pickle, and adding a pinch of asafoetida prevents mold from forming.
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Remove mold: Remove the moldy part of the pickle with a spoon and throw it away and check the remaining pickle thoroughly. After removing the mold, add fresh, heated mustard oil to the pickle so that the oil level remains above the pickle. You can also add salt and asafoetida as per requirement.
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