Pomegranate seeds how long do they last?

If there’s one thing we all agree on, it’s the love for a fresh pomegranate. The deep crimson color and juicy bursts of flavor make this fruit an irresistible treat. But with that comes the daunting task of deciding what to do with the leftover pomegranate seeds.

So, how long do pomegranate seeds actually last?

Let us take a moment to address this question for those who are patiently waiting for an answer: In ideal conditions, pomegranate lasts about three weeks in the fridge when stored correctly. However, if they sit outside or are exposed to heat frequently – keep your expectations slightly lower than that time frame.

But if you’re anything like me, you probably go through your grocery buys quite fast (or simply forget). Therefore being familiar with ways to extend its shelf life will surely come in handy.

What affects the longevity of pomegranates?

The way you store them is key! A couple things can help preserve their freshness:

  • Temperature
  • Humidity
  • Airflow

Storing your Poms at around 32°F/0°C is perfect since it helps reduce breathing loss (AKA oxygen depletion). You don’t want them sweating as quickly either; opt-out from using containers where condensation could build up over time slowly encouraging mold growth. Lastly airflow also comes into play — circulation ensures less moisture buildup and maintains air quality not leaving room for bacteria formation which might speed up expiration dates!

Best practices for storing sassy fruity orbs

Homemade sangria mixers and juices aside – most fruits should be stored separately from other produce as ethylene gas released by certain foods such as bananas might lead to premature aging of said items including tomatoes+avocados … Sorry avocado lovers prepare kleenex because sometimes besties only hurt each other :(…
Going back to our fierce Poms; leaving them in open air is a no-go but fear not – here are two recommended ways to get ahead of any pomegranate aging process:

When refrigerating, store them in an airtight container or ziplock bag that allows minimal moisture buildup ensuring they remain potent.

The next option involves freezing your fruit! Don’t worry — the seeds themselves have their own kind of armor from ice crystals when stored correctly. Using an airtight container these fruits last almost indefinitely with little flavor alteration providing the freedom to indulge whenever cravings arise (which if you ask us for expert opinion will be frequently).

Is it always safe to assume “leftovers are leftovers?”

Absolutely NOT. Some might wonder whether eating slightly dry leftover produce leads to food poisoning … The answer varies on several factors like;

1- How old is the item?

2- Did you store properly?

3- Food Type

Currently, we’re discussing storage protocols since well, what good does it do having premium quality Pomegranates only for them to go bad on us anyway?

Conclusion

Pomes can stay fresh around three weeks under ideal temperature and proper storing procedures. Humidity affects freshness so avoid sweaty containers exposing them directly\excessively towards unwanted heat & use breathable covers instead. Alternatively keeping our magical juicy orbs frozen makes sure even after passing expiration dates they remain edible far longer unlike most other “standard” food items which cannot survive drastic changes as such.

Anyways enough freezer talk – It’s lunchtime let’s grab some Pom salad (hint hint)

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