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19 herbs, spices, sweeteners, and acids that make your food last longer (web.archive.org)
submitted 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) by to c/zerowaste@slrpnk.net
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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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[–] 6 points 2 years 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.

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    [–] 4 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    Is honey considered a spice?

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  • [–] [S] 3 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    i just edited the title.

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    • [–] 4 points 2 years 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.

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