How to simply remove hazelnut shells How long can hazelnuts be stored
Hazelnuts How to easily remove the shell? Many people like to eat hazelnuts, but the hazelnut shell is not easy to remove. Here, I will teach you how to easily and quickly remove the shell of hazelnuts. I won't tell ordinary people about this~
Autumn has arrived, autumn is a harvest season, and this is also the time to eat hazelnuts. We will buy a lot of them to go home and eat, but what to do with the uneaten hazelnuts? How to store hazelnuts and for how long? Let's take a look.
How to easily remove the shell of hazelnuts
1. Soak the hazelnuts in water for 7-8 minutes, and you can open them with your teeth.
2. Put two or three handfuls of hazelnuts in a plastic bag, flatten them, and then use a knife to pat them evenly. Then sort out the hazelnuts and the shells.
3. You can use pliers to remove the hazelnut shells, which is quick and convenient.
How long can hazelnuts be stored?
Storage conditions for hazelnuts
Hazelnuts have a very low water content, only 3.5%～7%, which is relatively resistant to storage. However, hazelnuts are sensitive to temperature and humidity. During storage, if the temperature exceeds 20°C or is exposed to light for a long time, the fat will be converted, resulting in a "musty" smell, which cannot be eaten. If the humidity is too high (relative humidity above 75%), the nuts will mold. Therefore, the storage conditions for hazelnuts are low temperature, low oxygen, dry, and dark. The appropriate conditions are a temperature of 15°C or less, a relative humidity of the air below 60%, and a darker warehouse with less light. Nuts can be stored for 2 years without deterioration.
Seal hazelnuts for storage
The most secure way to store dried fruits is to put them in a sealed container. Compared to plastic bottles, glass bottles are better. Glass is stable and will not volatilize harmful substances. Ensure that the glass bottle is dry and clean before putting the dried fruits in it.
Storage method for large quantities of hazelnuts
Storage in a regular warehouse
Pure, dry hazelnuts can be packaged in bags, metal wire baskets, and nets. Pack in small bags with straw paper, 10kg per bag, seal the bag mouth, which can extend the storage period. The warehouse should be clean, dry, well-ventilated, and free from rodents. It is strictly prohibited to store with kerosene, gasoline, or other items with odors, drugs, or corrosive substances. You can store hazelnuts in a warehouse by stacking straw paper, which can reduce the occupied area and facilitate counting and transport. However, be careful not to stack the straw paper close to the ground or against the wall, and leave ventilation space. Regularly check during storage to prevent rain, water damage, and pest and rodent damage. In addition, it is also necessary to regularly ventilate and maintain cleanliness.
Carbon dioxide sealed storage
This is an effective measure to prevent hazelnuts from spoiling in summer. That is, based on the previous stacking method, first lay a layer of plastic on the ground, and then cover the stacked hazelnuts with a plastic cover. Overlap the edges of the top and bottom plastic covers and press them together with sand to prevent leakage. Then fill the bottom with carbon dioxide. When the carbon dioxide concentration in the cover decreases, supplement it in time, and pay attention to prevent leakage. At the same time, try to avoid external high temperatures affecting the internal temperature of the warehouse.
Methods to prevent hazelnuts from getting damp
It is a key problem to store hazelnuts that they are easily affected by moisture. Dry tea has a good effect of absorbing moisture and preventing dampness. Therefore, when you have uneaten hazelnuts at home, it is recommended to put a small amount of tea in them to prevent moisture. However, tea has a tea-like aroma, so it is not advisable to put too much, which will affect the aroma of the hazelnuts.
Precautions for storing hazelnuts
1. When storing hazelnuts, pay attention to cleanliness, dryness, ventilation, and coolness.
2. It is strictly prohibited to store with kerosene, gasoline, or other items with odors, drugs, or corrosive substances.
3. Regularly check during storage to prevent rain, water damage, and pest and rodent damage. In addition, it is also necessary to regularly ventilate and maintain cleanliness.
