Pomegranate
How to store

Pomegranate

Exotic Fruits
Best Method recommended method with best effort-to-efficacy tradeoff 2-3 months

Whole Pomegranate

  1. Store whole at room temp for 1-2 weeks, or fridge for 2-3 months
  2. Refrigerate for longest storage
Alternative another good method that's just different 5-7 days

Arils (Seeds)

  1. Remove arils from pomegranate
  2. Store in airtight container
  3. Refrigerate immediately
Freezing freezing method 6-12 months

Frozen Arils

  1. Remove arils from pomegranate
  2. Freeze in single layer on baking sheet
  3. Transfer to freezer bags once frozen
  4. Great for smoothies, garnishes, or snacking

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Fun Facts

  • The edible part is the arils—the juicy seeds inside; the white pith is bitter and inedible.
  • Pomegranates have a thick, leathery rind that protects the arils and allows long storage.