KOMPAS.com – Salted eggs are a typical Indonesian egg preparation that has a distinctive savory and salty taste.
High-quality salted eggs are usually characterized by a bright orange to reddish yolk, a “dry” texture when bitten, no fishy smell, and a salty taste that is not too sharp.
However, to maintain the quality and durability of salted eggs, proper storage methods are very important.
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Here are some guidelines for storing salted eggs to keep them fresh and long-lasting:
1. How long can salted eggs be stored?
Salted eggs, both raw and boiled, have different shelf lives depending on how they are stored:
- Room temperature: Salted eggs can last up to 10 days at normal room temperature
- Refrigerator: If stored in the refrigerator, the shelf life can be extended to 2-3 weeks, maximum one month
2. How to store salted eggs
So that salted eggs remain durable and do not spoil quickly, you need to pay attention to the following steps:
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- Wash thoroughly: If the salted eggs still have a layer of salt ash, wash them first before storing them, especially if you want to store them in the refrigerator.
- Use open containers: Avoid storing salted eggs in tightly closed containers such as plastic boxes or plastic bags. Closed containers can cause moisture which can cause eggs to go stale quickly.
- Air circulation: Either at room temperature or in the refrigerator, store salted eggs in a place with good air circulation, such as an open bowl or basket. Avoid covering the eggs tightly to prevent excess moisture.
3. Avoid damaging salted eggs
Mistakes in storage can cause damage to salted eggs. One sign of damage is the color of the egg yolk turning black, which usually occurs due to humidity or improper storage.
Crunchy Brebes salted eggs.This kind of damage is usually caused by putting the eggs in a plastic bag and closing it tightly, so the conditions are damp and the eggs go stale quickly.
In salted egg packaging, there are usually small holes for air circulation, which function to maintain the quality of the eggs during storage.
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