Flower And Herb Dehydration; Storing Dried Foods - Klarstein BANANARAMA Manual Del Usuario

FLOWER AND HERB DEHYDRATION

Flowers: The flowers should be picked after the dew has dried and before the
evening dampness. Flowers should be dried as quickly and as soon as possible
after picking. Discard any damaged or brown leaves. Place in trays without
overlapping. Drying times will vary depending upon size and type of flower. Dry for
approximately 2 to 36 hours.
Herbs: Rinse and shake off excess water. Pat dry. Remove dead or discolored
leaves. If using seed, pick when pods have changed color. You should leave herbs
on the stem and remove when drying has been completed Spread herbs loosely
on tray. Drying times will vary according to size and type. Dry for approximately 2
to 6 hours.

STORING DRIED FOODS

Once food is properly dried, it is important to store it properly for best results. By
following these storage techniques, your food will stay fresh and ready to use for
the longest time possible.
Containers
Any container which is clean, airtight, and moisture-proof is suitable for storage.
Heavy, zippered plastic bags or heat sealing cooking bags are excellent. Fill each
bag as much as possible and squeeze out excess air. Filled bags may be placed in
metal cans with lids (shortening or coffee cans are good) to keep out insects. Glass
jars with tight-fitting lids can be used with or without plastic bags. Quality plastic
containers with tight-fitting lids are good but they must be airtight. Do not use
paper or cloth bags, lightweight plastic bags, bread wrappers, or any container
without a tight-fitting lid.
General Food Storage Tips
• Wait until food is cooled off completely before storing.
• Heat and light will cause food to deteriorate. Keep food in a dry, cool, and dark
place.
• Remove all the air you possibly can from the storage container and close tightly.
• Ideal storage temperature is 15°C or lower.
• Never store food directly in a metal container. Avoid containers that breathe or
have a weak seal.
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