Strawberries
Shelf life
2–4 days. One mouldy berry spreads fast — remove it and the rest are usually fine.
Storage
Fridge, unwashed, in a single layer with air around them. Wash right before eating.
Freezing
Hull, freeze on a tray, then bag. Great for smoothies and compote.
Edible parts
All but the green top, which composts.
Common mistakes
- · Washing before storing
- · Leaving them sealed in the punnet
- · Binning the whole punnet for one bad berry
Waste less
- · Soft berries → compote, jam, smoothies
- · Freeze the ones you won't eat tomorrow