What is the best way to store finished sprouts?
Like any nutritious food, always store sprouts cool, in the refrigerator. Make sure your sprouts have some time to air dry after the last rinsing, before storage. Most plastic storage containers will work well for storing sprouts, especially if you can leave a small crack under the lid for excess moisture to evaporate. Plastic bags don’t work as well because it’s difficult to leave a small opening. For really long term storage you can put some paper towel or other absorbent material on the bottom. Excess moisture is the biggest enemy of stored sprouts. The SproutMASTER sprouters, and some other tray types, come with a top and bottom and can be used as a crisper in the fridge, if the sprouts aren’t taller than the tray. You can allow jars to drain well after the last rinsing, then cover loosely with poly and store directly in the fridge. Store up to 10 days or longer, but discard if any signs of mould, bad smells, or deteriorated sprouts show up.
