How to extend the shelf life of foods without losing their taste and nutritional properties

There are many products that are thrown into the trash bin due to the loss of appearance. When buying vegetables and fruits, it is not always possible to determine exactly how much of the purchased product will be used. In a high-cost environment, throwing away food is very wasteful. After all, unused fresh vegetables and fruits can be used in dried form for cooking.

When choosing a device that helps to bring fresh food to a state in which their storage does not require additional equipment and does not take up much space, there are many factors to consider.

Basic selection principles:

• What products are used for.
• Number of products.
• Instrument size.
• Device power.
• Frequency of use.
• Drying design.
• Additional options.
• The convenience of use.

What products are used for

The dryer can be used for vegetables and fruits. In addition, berries and herbs can be dried in it. Depending on the design, fish and meat can be dried in some models. Initially, I chose a device for drying vegetables. Unused fresh carrots, cut and dried. Moreover, it can be crushed and cut into large pieces. The drying time depended on their shape and size. Then the process of harvesting vegetables for a long time affected bell peppers, garlic, eggplant. It is convenient to harvest prunes, apricots, apples in this way. Useful properties during drying are preserved in raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, cherries. You can stock up on dried dill, cilantro, parsley and other herbs for the fall and winter. Dried tomatoes are very tasty with the help of the device. The last dried foods I had were lemon balm leaves and chamomile blossoms.

Number of products

In order for the products to dry faster, do not overload the containers. For ease of use, in my dryer, the sections for the products are adjustable in height. The more air circulation, the better and faster the drying process. With a small volume of products, the sections can be installed at a small distance in height. If large pieces of food are used during the procurement, it is better to use the maximum distance of the sections.

Appliance size

When choosing a household appliance, the size of the device becomes an important factor. If the place in the kitchen allows you to freely position the dryer for work, you can choose a volumetric model. In cramped conditions, it is better to choose a small device. It should be borne in mind that the procurement process takes a certain amount of time, and it is different for each product. In this case, the device must be connected to the mains.

Device power

On a device with a low power, it will not work to dry tomatoes, meat and fish. To do this, you should choose a more powerful model. If the device is used only for drying, then you should not overpay and buy more powerful and expensive equipment.

Frequency of use

The equipment used frequently must be of high quality and have a long warranty period. In the event of a breakdown, with frequent use, you can always replace it with a warranty card. If the device is rarely used, then factory defects are not detected during the warranty period and it is pointless to spend money on an expensive device.

Additional options

It is very convenient when using to be able to adjust the cooking temperature. Equipping the device with overheating protection gives additional guarantees of long-term use and ensures safe operation. Models differ in the number of product sections and their color. A light indicator on the panel will remind you that it is plugged in.

Drying design

The design of the device mattered to me. I chose the color and shape of the device. The color scheme had to match the design of the kitchen. When choosing a form, the unassuming appearance was an important factor. I wanted the device to be an inconspicuous assistant in the kitchen.

The convenience of use

The device is very easy to use. Designs are easy to remove and clean. The body is made of heat-resistant plastic. It does not leave stains from water. The working device has a low noise level and does not interfere with rest.

The selected device gives me only positive emotions. I am very pleased with the purchase. The only drawback revealed during operation is the color of the plastic of the removable sections and the cover. On my device, they are blue, and the color of the drying products is poorly visible, which matters to me. By the color of the food, I determine whether it is ready. Otherwise, I'm just delighted.