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19 herbs, spices, sweeteners, and acids that make your food last longer (web.archive.org)
submitted 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago) by activistPnk to c/zerowaste
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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
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[–] paysrenttobirds@sh.itjust.works 6 points 9 months ago

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 3 points 9 months ago (1 children)

Is honey considered a spice?

[–] activistPnk 2 points 9 months ago (1 children)

i just edited the title.

[–] aniki@lemm.ee 7 points 9 months ago (1 children)

You're missing vinegar! I just made some cashew 'cheese' and a splash of vinegar keeps it fresh for twice as long.

[–] activistPnk 5 points 9 months ago

ok, updated. It’s getting more complicated

[–] DadBear 3 points 9 months ago

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.