How to store walnuts

How to prepare walnuts for storage

Carefully sort through the inshell nuts and discard those that are obviously lighter than others. Such copies will be empty or damaged inside. Pay attention to the shell itself: it should be hard, without damage or mold.

Additionally, you can crack a few nuts to evaluate their quality. The kernels should be dense, have a uniform light brown color and taste good. If you come across blackened and rancid specimens, open a few more pieces: perhaps the whole batch is spoiled and there is no point in thinking about storage.

If you stock up on peeled nuts, it’s also worth tasting them. You can also lay the kernels on a flat surface and make sure that they are free of mold and insects (for example, eggs and moth larvae).

Where to store walnuts

In heat and light, nuts can spoil faster and become bitter. Therefore, find a dry, dark place for them with a temperature of 10–21 degrees. For example, this could be a pantry or kitchen cabinet away from heating appliances. Under these conditions, whole nuts may

stored up to four months, and purified ones - up to three.

Nuts without shells can also be kept in the refrigerator - on the bottom shelf or in the compartment for vegetables and fruits. There they will remain fresh for up to three months.

In any case, choose a suitable location for the nuts so that they do not absorb foreign odors. You should not keep fruits next to spices, coffee, tea, household chemicals and other aromatic things.

How to store walnuts in shell

1. In boxes or boxes

This method will come in handy if you make large stocks. Cardboard boxes, plastic or wooden boxes are suitable for this. If the container has large holes, cover it with paper to prevent the nuts from spilling out. Fill the containers with fruits and send them to a dark, dry and cool place.

To keep out light, you can cover drawers or boxes with a cloth made from natural fibers.

2. In bags

Choose packaging made from natural, breathable fabrics such as linen or cotton. However, you can also take mesh bags, which usually contain vegetables are stored, or paper bags. You should not use polyethylene, otherwise, without air access, unpeeled fruits may deteriorate.

Fill the bags with nuts and then secure the bag with string or a rubber band to keep them in place. Store the fruits in a cool, dark place.

How to store shelled walnuts

1. In cans or plastic containers

Keep kernels can be used in ordinary glass jars with a nylon lid, containers for bulk products with a yoke closure, or resealable plastic containers. If necessary, pre-wash the container and let it dry completely.

Fill the containers with nuts, close the lid and place in a cool, dark place or in the refrigerator.

2. In packages

You can use both regular plastic bags and zip-lock bags. Place the nuts in the package, press lightly on it to release excess air, and then tie it in a knot or lock it. Another option is to seal the bag using a vacuum sealer.

Place the bags of nuts in the refrigerator.