Extend the shelf life of your bananas with this simple wrapping hack

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Bananas are a beloved and nutritious snack, but their rapid ripening can be a nuisance, leading to unwanted food wastage.Luckily, there's a simple trick to prolong their freshness that will only take a few moments of your time.By separating bananas individually and wrapping their stems in cling film, you can significantly extend their shelf life while preserving their tasty flavour and texture.By stopping the ripening process at its source, the stem, bananas keep their freshness for a longer period, allowing you to enjoy them at their prime ripeness.

For this tip, carefully separate each banana from the bunch, making sure not to cause any damage, as separation encourages air flow and stops individual bananas from speeding up the ripening of others, reports the Express.

To effectively lock in freshness, wrap the stem end of each banana with a small piece of cling film.A snug fit is key to create a barrier that traps ethylene gas, the compound responsible for ripening.After wrapping, place the bananas in a fruit bowl or on a kitchen counter away from direct sunlight.Alternatively, think about hanging them from a specific banana hanger or hook.

This elevated storage encourages optimal air circulation around each piece of fruit.By using this method, you can naturally prolong the freshness of your bananas, savouring them for several additional days.Wrapping banana stems will keep them fresher for four to five days longer than they would typically last.However, to reduce food waste and save a bit of money on your grocery shopping this summer, place them in the fridge once they're ripe.Typically, bananas are stored in the fridge once they have fully ripened and turned yellow.