Avocados are endlessly adaptable.
Carson Downing
It often seems like avocados are rock hard one minute and rotten the next.
It’s incredibly frustrating and, thankfully, very avoidable!
Credit:Carson Downing
To check an avocado for ripeness, peel back the small stem at the top of the avocado.
If the flesh under the stem is brown, the fruit is likely overripe or may have brown-spotted flesh.
Ethylene is a chemical compound that starts the ripening process.
Check them often to ensure they don’t get too ripe!
Give the avocado a gentle squeeze.
If it yields slightly, it will likely be ripe within 2 to 3 days.
Firm avocados may take about 5 days to be ready for eating.
How to Store Avocados at Home
Store uncut avocados at room temperature on your countertop.
The acid will help prevent oxidation or browning.
Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
it’s possible for you to alsofreeze avocados.
