This easy method removes most dirt, pesticides, and bacteria.
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Blueberries always have that white dusty coating.
Its actually a natural, waxy protection, but it can make you wonder how clean they are.
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Knowing that, is it enough to just rinse them under running water?
This, together with possible attack by insects, are probably the main reasons why farmers use pesticides.
Washing away harmful bacteria can lower your chances of getting a foodborne illness.
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Is Rinsing Enough?
Washing blueberries under cool, running water is the best option to clean them, says Sigge.
Be sure to shake them gently in a colander to ensure all the berries are rinsed.
Mix one part white distilled vinegar with about three parts water.
Soak berries for about a minute or spray the mixture on the berries.
Forbaking soda, mix about one teaspoon of baking soda for every two cups of water.
Swish the berries in the mixture and let them soak for a few minutes.
Never use detergent or commercial produce spray.
These could damage the skin of berries and change the overall taste.
