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How to properly disinfect strawberries

By Gretel Morales - 2023-06-29T18:18:26Z
The strawberries are a fruit that cannot be missing in the kitchens of Mexicans, as they are ideal for preparing smoothies, decorating desserts, adding an extra touch of flavor to salads, and even making a delicious strawberry water with cream. However, it is also one of those foods that you must disinfect very well before consuming, so we explain to you how to disinfect strawberries correctly, take note! If you are one of those people who include a lot of fruits and vegetables in your daily diet, you are surely always looking for new ways to disinfect them correctly. For example, in the case of strawberries, they must be washed and disinfected very well, as they grow very close to the ground, often contain a bit of dirt, and by the time they reach stores and markets, they have gone through many processes and hands, so it is better to ensure that the strawberry that we take to our mouth is 100% clean and disinfected. But before you panic and throw your strawberries in the trash, here we explain 3 different ways to clean and disinfect them. By following our disinfection tips, you can enjoy some good strawberries with cream or other amazing desserts without worrying about viruses or bacteria, let’s get to work!You can also read: 8 strawberry desserts you won’t be able to resistHow to easily disinfect strawberriesAs we know, hygiene in the kitchen is essential because we can eliminate bacteria and bugs from fruits and vegetables by using the right disinfectant, so here we give you several homemade ways to disinfect food, it’s easier than you think! 1. Disinfect strawberries without chemicalsIf you like to save time, effort, and water in the kitchen, we recommend disinfecting strawberries with CitroBiox™, a 100% natural disinfectant, since being made with citrus, it is non-toxic for the family. Moreover, this product does not need rinsing; you just have to spray your fruits and vegetables and wait 5 minutes for it to take action. Next, we explain how to disinfect strawberries step by step: Rinse the strawberries with water to remove dirt or debris.Place the strawberries in a bowl.Spray with CitroBiox™.Wait 5 minutes and you’re done!Now you can use your fruit to prepare desserts, smoothies, fresh waters, salads, and more. 2. Disinfect strawberries with vinegarAnother good way to disinfect strawberries is with a bit of water and vinegar, as it is a method endorsed and recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it’s very easy!Experts recommend following these steps: Prepare a mixture of 1 cup of vinegar diluted in 3 cups of water.Place the strawberries in the vinegar and water mixture.Let them sit for a few minutes.Rinse with potable water.Dry the strawberries with a paper towel and store them in the refrigerator.Done, now you can enjoy your strawberries, as the CDC experts assure that this homemade disinfectant removes bacteria, spores, and dirt. 3. Disinfect strawberries with baking sodaThanks to various viral videos on TikTok, one of the most used methods without antiseptics and disinfectants when cleaning strawberries is with baking soda, here’s how! Dissolve 1 tablespoon of baking soda in 4 cups of water.Pour the mixture into a bowl.Place the strawberries in the bowl.Let them sit for 5 minutes.Rinse the strawberries with potable water and you’re done!You can also read: 10 different ways to eat strawberries with creamAs you can see, you probably have the best and most effective disinfectants for vegetables and fruits in your own pantry, so don’t hesitate to put them into practice. However, it is worth noting that the only one that guarantees the elimination of 99.99% of viruses and bacteria is CitroBiox™, a disinfectant spray that is available for sale on Amazon and Mercado Libre, which also helps you save water and time in the kitchen, prolong the shelf life of your food, and disinfect all types of surfaces, all with one product!