How to store fresh Polygonatum

Polygonatum sibiricum is a very common tonic Chinese medicine. It is very effective whether used for medicine or for making soup. Many families like to use Polygonatum sibiricum to make soup or soak in wine. Although Polygonatum sibiricum has many functions, most people don’t know how to preserve it. In fact, Polygonatum sibiricum is also very easy to preserve. It can be kept in the refrigerator. The following introduces the preservation method of fresh Polygonatum sibiricum.

How to store Polygonatum sibiricum

Cooked Polygonatum

1. Refrigerate. When storing cooked Polygonatum, you must pay attention to preventing mold and insect infestation, so the most common storage method is to refrigerate it.

2. Store in a cool and dry place. Place the cooked Polygonatum in a container, seal it tightly, and place it in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.

Fresh Polygonatum

1. Store at low temperature. Raw Polygonatum can be directly dried on the surface and stored in the refrigerator. It is not recommended to store it at room temperature, otherwise it will easily grow mold and insects.

2. Dry and store. You can wash the raw Polygonatum, cut it into thick slices, dry it in the sun, and then store it in a cool and dry place.

Can Polygonatum be frozen?

OK.

Polygonatum sibiricum is the rhizome of the Polygonatum genus, which contains a large amount of water, so it is easy to mold and infested with insects. Under freezing conditions, low temperatures can prevent the growth of bacteria and freeze water, so the storage time will be relatively longer and it will not be easy to mold.

How long can Huangjing be stored?

Cooked Polygonatum

About 1 year.

Cooked Polygonatum is usually made with wine, has more water and is sweeter, so it is more likely to mold and deteriorate. Generally speaking, cooked Polygonatum can be stored for about 1 year. If it is stored well, it can be stored for longer.

Fresh Polygonatum

About a week.

If it is fresh Polygonatum that has not undergone special treatment, its general shelf life is about 1 week. Because it has a high water content, it is easy to rot and deteriorate. The longer it is stored, the more nutrients are lost. Therefore, it is recommended to eat fresh Polygonatum as soon as possible.

Can Huangjing be eaten after being stored for a long time?

Cooked Polygonatum

For cooked Polygonatum, if it has been left for too long but there are no white hairs, mold spots, or worms, then you can still eat it. If the above problems have occurred, then you should not eat it to avoid affecting your health.

Fresh Polygonatum

For fresh Polygonatum, if there is no sign of rot or deterioration, it can be eaten. If it is severely rotten, it cannot be eaten because its nutrients have been lost and bacteria are breeding, and eating it may cause gastrointestinal discomfort.