Which end of the cucumber should I save for later?

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Which end do you cut off cucumbers?

All you need to do is thinly cut off the last part of the stem or blossom end of the cucumber and with that piece rub the end of the cucumber in a circular motion. While you do this, a white foam-like substance will emerge from the inside of the cucumber. This is the cucuritacin, which causes bitterness in it.

How do you store a cucumber after you cut it?

If you cut a cucumber, refrigerate and consume it within two to three days. Place cut cucumber slices in an airtight container with a paper towel on top of the sliced cucumbers to soak up the excess moisture. For cucumbers with one sliced end, wrap the cut end in plastic wrap.

How do you store cucumbers in the fridge?

One thing that is simple to do is to place a damp paper towel in an airtight container, stack the cut cucumber on top, seal it and keep it near the middle-top and front of the fridge shelves. Once they are cut, they need to retain their moisture, so they need a damp, not soaked, towel to help them not dry out and wilt.

Why do we cut the ends off cucumbers?

By cutting off the ends of the cucumber you reduce the likelihood of getting the cucurbitacins to spread to the rest of the cucumber. Some say if you don't cut off the end the bitterness gets rubbed back in.

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