The Internet is a storehouse of so much interesting and unique content. We often get some new information or other information from which we can learn and get inspiration. Lately, the trend of going back to our roots is gaining momentum. People are now looking for ways to preserve and preserve food for a longer period of time than our ancestors used without any electrical equipment or chemical preservatives. A video surfaced online showing a unique way of keeping grapes fresh in an earthen container and it went viral in no time. Wonder how it works? Take a look at the video and see for yourself:
This grape preservation technique dates from pre-historic Afghanistan, where grapes are preserved in the soil and remain fresh for a year and sometimes years. pic.twitter.com/bN4BOs6plB— Saud Faisal Malik (@SaudObserver) 16 April 2022
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Video of vineyards being preserved was originally posted on Instagram by @archaeohistories. It soon found its way onto Twitter as well as by user @SaudObserver, where it garnered over 2.3 million views, 96.3k likes and 18.8k retweets. This method is said to be from Afghanistan, which was used centuries ago in the rural areas of the north. Known as ‘Kangina’, this method of food preservation uses clay-straw containers to hold Grape Fresh and airtight. The grapes are kept inside these containers, which can be broken whenever needed. With this unique technology, grapes can be preserved in Afghanistan for up to six months.
The video is getting a lot of reactions on Twitter. some people were surprised that Grape Still feeling so fresh six months later. Others wanted to know how it was possible that no chemicals or cooling were used in the process.
Take a look at all the reactions to the video:
I want to know who found out. Like what was his thought process behind it.— The Benevolent Bringer of Light (@EonAnglin) 18 April 2022
Does this only work with grapes or does it work with other fruits as well?— Ann (@rosmci) 18 April 2022
So, we can live life without electrical appliances.- رة النرجس (@nrjs070) April 17, 2022
How smart Maybe we can learn something from those who used methods that are biodegradable.—Vaccinated but tolerant. (@Dirk_Wainer) April 17, 2022
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