Chili powder can be stored in a ziplock bag or sealed jar in the refrigerator. Chili powder is a red or reddish-yellow, oily and uniform powder with the inherent spicy flavor of chili peppers. Authentic chili powder should be pounded out with a stone mortar, or you can directly use dried chili peppers, put them in the sun to explode or roasted in a pot over a moderate fire and pounded into powder form.
Capsaicin contained in chili peppers can promote fat metabolism, prevent the accumulation of fat in the body, conducive to lipid reduction, weight loss and disease prevention. The strong spicy flavor of chili peppers can stimulate the secretion of saliva and gastric juice, increase appetite, promote intestinal peristalsis, and help digestion.
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Other condiments preservation of common sense:
For soy sauce, vinegar, cooking wine, chili oil, and other liquid seasonings, it is best to use glass containers for. After use, the container will be sealed, and to avoid direct sunlight; salt, sugar, chicken essence, monosodium glutamate and other solid seasonings, it is recommended to buy small packages, after each use of seasonings, pay attention to keep the mouth of the bottle clean and hygienic.
Sugar after opening must be put into a sealed container to save, or encapsulated in a dark place, because sugar has a very strong moisture absorption, put into the refrigerator, due to the temperature difference and the moisture will be absorbed by the sugar. Salt, like sugar, is also recommended to be stored in a cool, dry place because of its strong moisture absorption.
Additionally, ketchup, soybean paste and other sauces are commonly used in life. Because they contain some fermenting bacteria, it is best to seal the container and store it refrigerated. This kind of condiment contains fat, so also away from the stove fire and high temperature, in order to prevent the fat rancidity. Be especially careful not to touch them with unclean chopsticks and spoons, as this will accelerate spoilage.
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