How to store almonds at home, peeled and not: rules and terms

Almonds are noble varieties of nuts, which have a rich and pleasant taste. People who buy it regularly should figure out how to store almonds at home so they don't go bad.

Basic rules and containers

Before you buy a nut, you need to understand the main rules for its storage. It is no secret that the surface of the nuts is covered with a shell that protects them from damage and other external influences. Because of this, many people think that almonds are suitable for storage in any conditions, but this is far from the case.

There are several recommendations that you should read in advance:

Maintaining the optimal temperature. When saving any variety of nuts, it is necessary to monitor the temperature indicators. It is recommended to maintain the air temperature at 10-15 degrees. At temperatures above 17-20 degrees, you cannot store the almond fruit, as in such conditions it will quickly deteriorate.
Light adjustment. Nuts are best stored in shady areas. They should not be exposed to the sun, as this will reduce the shelf life.
Maintaining air humidity. The fruit is worse stored at high humidity. Therefore, the level of air humidity should not be higher than 70-80%.

Use as storage containers:

clay pots;
glass jars;
wooden boxes.

Some use plastic bags, but don't store almonds in them for too long as they start to rot.

Criteria for selecting quality almonds

In order for young almonds to have a long shelf life, you need to buy high-quality nuts. Not all types of nuts are suitable for storage. Only high-quality products can be stored in an apartment for a long time. You can determine the quality of an almond fruit by the following characteristics:

Single color shell surface. The nut fruit should be dark brown in color, and there should be no blackouts on its surface.
No spotting. Nuts that have begun to deteriorate are covered with dark spots. Over time, mold and rot form on such spotting.
Pleasant fragrance. A fresh and ripe nut smells good. The smell should not be sharp and bitter.
Surface integrity. Fresh nuts have no chips or cracks on the shell. It is better to refuse to buy damaged products, as they are not stored well.

It is recommended to buy fresh almonds from the same batch so that the nuts have the same taste, smell and shape.

Storage of peeled almonds

Peeled nuts are much tastier, and therefore many people prefer to peel them before storing. There are three important recommendations that will improve the preservation of nuts:

Selection of a place for further preservation of the product. For long-term preservation, an insulated balcony or pantry is suitable.
Choice of neighbors. Some people store almonds with other foods, but it's best not to. The shelf life is reduced if mixed with other nuts.
Determination of temperature. Peeled fruits are temperature sensitive. Even at room temperature, the nut deteriorates in taste.

How to store raw almonds

Experienced housewives advise not to shell nuts, so they last longer.

Features of storing unpeeled fruit:

The air humidity of the room in which the nut is located should be 70-75%.
The temperature should not exceed 18 degrees Celsius. High temperatures contribute to the development of mold.
The container must be tightly covered with a lid. At the same time, 3-4 holes are made for fresh air to enter to prevent mold.

How much can you keep?

Many people are interested in the shelf life of almonds. The product, peeled from the husk, does not deteriorate for six months. To extend the shelf life, it will have to be frozen in a food container. Unpeeled fruits are stored for a year and a half.

Conclusion

Some people don't know how to properly store purchased almonds. To deal with this, study the basic recommendations for the preservation of nuts and consider the nuances of choosing fresh products.