Ask the Chef: I’ve heard that storing a cut avocado in water will keep it from browning. Is it a good idea?
Response: There are a lot of mixed opinions about this, but here’s what we have found. Yes, storing half an avocado in a container and covering it with water will keep it from browning. But is it a good idea? Probably not. Stored that way, the avocado is susceptible to the type of bacteria that causes salmonella.
Your best storage is to be sure the outside of the avocado has been washed and dried, then sprinkle the avocado flesh with lime or lemon juice. Keep the stone in the half you are storing, then wrap the cut avocado in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for use within the next two days.
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