Ketchup, one of the most popular condiments, has sparked countless debates over its proper storage place . Some firmly believe it should be stored in a cupboard while others insist refrigeration is needed for longevity. A few even prefer it at room temperature rather than chilled.
Now, an expert from consumer champion site Which? settled the matter via a social media video, reports the Express . Dentists say three cups of popular drink per day 'helps remove tartar from teeth' Bananas will rot quickly if they're stored in common kitchen place You should not not to cook eggs straight from the refrigerator due to 30-minute warning The Which? expert said: "You can keep it [in the fridge] if you want. After all, it even says 'refrigerate once opened' on the bottle.
But tomatoes are naturally acidic, and the sauce contains vinegar , which helps preserve it in ambient conditions. So it's up to you, really.", However, they added: "If it takes you a while to get through a bottle, you might get a longer shelf life from it if you keep it in the fridge".
If you cannot see the video, you can view it here This advice is reiterated in the Instagram post's caption, which reads: "The debate over where to store your ketchup is one that constantly simmers across social media: fridge or cupboard?". "The @whichuk answer? Cupboard. There's no need to keep ketchup in the fridge – unless you prefer the taste of it chilled.
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