How to clean strawberries

Learn how to clean strawberries effectively using baking soda and vinegar. Keep your berries fresh and tasty with this easy guide!

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RECIPE INGREDIENTS

» Things you need:

• Fresh strawberries
• 2 cups water
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon baking soda

RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS

» How to Clean Strawberries with Baking Soda and Vinegar

1. Start by checking your strawberries thoroughly and discard any that are bruised or spoiled to prevent bacteria spread during the cleaning process. Add them to a large bowl. Then add baking soda, and pour in the vinegar to see the amazing fizzing action.
2. Add 2 cups of cold water and set it aside for 5-7 minutes for this powerful natural mixture to work. The vinegar and baking soda will gently penetrate and cleanse without harming the delicate flesh of the berries, and this resting time will break down residues and impurities.Drain the strawberries in a colander, and rinse your strawberries under cold running water to wash away any leftover dirt and cleaning solution. Scrub each strawberry gently to remove any leftover solution.
3. Carefully place the strawberries on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and dab with a dry towel to remove moisture. Once dried, clean strawberries are ready to be eaten in their purest form. Slice them, eat them whole, or use them in your strawberry baked oatmeal, strawberry chia pudding, strawberry banana oat smoothie, strawberry panna cotta, or other dishes.

RECIPE NOTES

1. If you have a large batch that might go bad soon, then you can store strawberries in the refrigerator or freeze them to extend the shelf life.