How To Ripen Strawberries
If you don't know how to ripen strawberries, let this comprehensive guide show you how to do it with ease.
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Servings: 1 serving
Equipment
- Fridge
- Container
Ingredients
- Banana
- Water
Instructions
Pickled Strawberries - Ripening with Banana
- Place ripe bananas and young strawberries in a sealed container. Wait a few days until strawberries are fully ripe. Afterward, let them sit out and return to room temperature.
Pickled Strawberries - Ripening at Room Temperature
- Remove the green stems and soak strawberries in water overnight, discarding any spoiled fruit. Cover the bowl, store in a cool, dark place for 2-3 days, then dry the strawberries before enjoying or storing in the fridge or freezer.
Strawberries on Their Plants - Ripening by Fertilizing Plants and Rich Soil
- Thrive them in sandy, compost-rich soil with a mild acidic pH of 6.0-7.0.
Strawberries on Their Plants - Ripening by Watering Regularly
- Strawberries need constant watering to enhance sweetness and yield. They should be watered in the early morning or late evening.
Strawberries on Their Plants - Ripening by Providing Enough Sunlight
- Strawberries ripen faster with 8 hours of full sunlight daily or under a grow lamp with 700-800 nm light.
