cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/6224624
If you incorporate these ingredients in your cooking, your left-overs will last longer:
- honey
- salt
- garlic
- sugar (only in high amounts according to feedback; small amounts shortens the life)
- ginger
- sage
- rosemary
- mustard
- cumin
From other articles:
- black pepper
- mustard seed
- turmeric
- cinnamon
- cardamom
- cloves
Acids mentioned by others:
- vinegar
- citric acid
- lemon/lime juice
6 Comments
paysrenttobirds@sh.itjust.works · 6 pts · 2y
I've noticed Indian style lentils are my longest lasting meal prep by far. They contain like nine of these. I've never seen them mold or get slimy, but I've thrown some out after a couple weeks anyway because I just couldn't believe they'd still be safe.
aniki@lemm.ee · 4 pts · 2y
Is honey considered a spice?
activistPnk@slrpnk.net · 3 pts · 2y
i just edited the title.
aniki@lemm.ee · 6 pts · 2y
You're missing vinegar! I just made some cashew 'cheese' and a splash of vinegar keeps it fresh for twice as long.
activistPnk@slrpnk.net · 5 pts · 2y
ok, updated. It’s getting more complicated
DadBear@slrpnk.net · 4 pts · 2y
It looks like most of this can be grown too. I live in the Midwest region of the U.S., so l'd have to look to see. If i find any helpful planting guides or region guides I'll comment them.