Question

Which of the following food item can be preserved by wrapping in a damp cloth
A. Onion
B. Garlic
C. Coriander
D. Cooked rice

Answer 1

Hint: The word food preservation refers to the practices which involve the prevention of the growth of microorganisms and oxidation of the food. The period of food storage and food wastage can be avoided by the various methods of preservation. The shelf life of food items can be extended by storing it in the refrigerator and also some cooked food can be preserved by covering it with a cloth.

Complete answer: Preservation of onions can be done by peeling the onion and refrigerating it in the fridge. It can be preserved for ten to fourteen days. If the onions are cut or sliced, they can be preserved for seven to ten days by storing them in the fridge. Freezing them in resealable bags or airtight containers can increase their shelf life even more.
-Onions cannot be preserved by covering them with a damp cloth.
-Storing garlic at home in mesh bags or loosely woven baskets can increase its shelf life. Garlic can also be stored in the fridge to preserve for more days as the crisper drawer takes care of the humidity.
-The best way to preserve coriander is to store it in the fridge.
-Preservation of cooked rice can be done by covering the utensil which contains rice with a damp cloth. The shelf life of cooked rice can be increased by storing it in the refrigerator. Before storing it in the fridge see that the rice is cooled and not hot.


Note: The shelf life of food items can be increased by preserving it in the fridge but it is not good for health. Especially cooked food should not be stored for many hours and consumed as soon as it is prepared. Acidity is one of the side effects of consuming cooked food after storing it for more than one day.