A food storage hack shared on TikTok claims to keep lettuce fresh and crunchy for up to two weeks, while also saving fridge space. The method, demonstrated by content creator @choreswithmom, involves using kitchen towels and a zip-lock plastic bag, and discarding the original packaging immediately.
The hack begins by folding two sheets of paper towels in half and placing them inside the bag to create a liner. After shredding, washing, and drying the lettuce, it is packed tightly between the paper towels, which straddle the sides of the bag with an air pocket in the middle. The creator advises that up to five heads of lettuce can be stored this way.
To finish, the paper towels are folded over the lettuce, the bag is sealed, and all air is squeezed out before refrigerating. The method is ideal for those short on space, as it keeps leaves in a compact container without encouraging deterioration.
TikTok users offered additional tips, such as not cutting the lettuce until ready to use to prevent browning, and replacing the paper towel after a week to extend freshness even further. The hack encourages buying loose lettuce to minimise waste from pre-packaged alternatives.
