What is the long-term storage method for lotus roots with mud? Can lotus roots still be eaten if the holes inside are black?

High-quality lotus roots are plump, tender, juicy, sweet, fragrant, and very crisp. Lotus roots are relatively easy to store. The following is a long-term storage method for lotus roots with mud, which I hope will help you in your life.

Contents of this article

1. Long-term storage method of lotus root with mud

2. Can I still eat lotus roots if the holes inside are black?

3. How to store fresh lotus root for a long time

Long-term storage method of lotus root with mud

The lotus root with mud can be wrapped in straw for long-term storage. Wrap the lotus root with straw and place it in a cool and ventilated place, or wash the lotus root with mud and put it in a fresh-keeping bag and refrigerate it. You can also put the lotus root in a pool of water at 5 to 8 degrees and it can be stored for up to 1 month.

1. Straw wrap

Long-term storage of lotus roots with mud requires the use of straw bags. First, wrap the lotus roots with mud with straw, and then place them in a ventilated and cool place. The straw can absorb moisture and prevent the lotus roots from being damaged by collisions.

2. Refrigerator

Lotus roots with mud can be refrigerated. First, wash the lotus roots with mud in clean water, then use plastic wrap to seal the broken ends of the lotus roots to prevent them from coming into contact with bacteria in the air and causing decay. Finally, put the lotus roots in the refrigerator.

3. Pool Soak

Lotus roots with mud can be stored in a pool. The water temperature in the pool should be controlled between 5 and 8 degrees. The low temperature environment can reduce the metabolism of lotus roots, and the cool water can also inhibit the reproduction of bacteria. Therefore, lotus roots can be stored for about 1 month.

Can I still eat lotus root if the holes inside are black?

If the inside of the lotus root turns black due to natural oxidation, the composition of the lotus root has not changed and it can be eaten. If it is due to silt contamination, the silt can be cleaned and then the lotus root can be cooked. If it is due to rot and deterioration, the lotus root cannot be eaten.

1. Natural oxidation

The blackening of the lotus root pores may be due to natural oxidation, and the lotus root is edible at this time. The lotus root contains phenolic substances, which will oxidize and turn black naturally when it comes into contact with air.

2. Contaminated by silt

The holes of lotus roots may turn black because of mud. In this case, the lotus roots are still edible. You can wash the lotus roots with clean water or scrape them with a knife to make the holes clean.

3. Rot and deterioration

The blackening of the lotus root holes may also be due to improper storage and deterioration. At this time, the lotus root cannot be eaten. When the lotus root deteriorates, it will have a slight sour smell, the tentacles will be softer, and the ingredients will also change.

How to store fresh lotus root for a long time

Constant temperature water storage method: Soak the fresh lotus root with mud in water at 5-8℃, which can be stored for about 1 month. Cold water soaking method: Wash the fresh lotus root, put it in a non-iron container such as a water tank, fill it with clean water, and change the water once a week. It can be stored for about 1 month. If the lotus root has fresh mud and is not broken, it can be placed directly in a cool and humid place and can be stored for 4-5 days.

Lotus root is the enlarged underground stem of lotus. It is slightly sweet and crispy. It can be eaten raw or cooked. It can also be made into lotus root powder, sugared lotus root slices, lotus root jerky, etc.

High-quality lotus roots are plump, tender and crispy, juicy and sweet with a fresh fragrance.

At the same time, the lotus root should be free of damage, rot, discoloration, rust, shrinkage, and disconnection. A thin layer of mud is attached to the lotus root for protection.