8. Salami
Additionally, salami is a fermented and cured product, so it’s already been preserved and doesn’t need to be kept in the fridge to prevent spoilage. Salami, like other cured meats, is best stored it in a cool, dark cupboard, away from direct sunlight and heat. This is because the cold temperature of a refrigerator can cause the salami to lose some of its flavors and become dry and hard.
Keeping it in the fridge can actually cause the salami to go bad faster due to the fluctuations in temperature that can occur when the fridge door is opened and closed. If you want to keep your salami fresh for as long as possible, it’s best to store it at room temperature.
7. Avocados
Just like bananas, melons, and other fruits, cold temperatures can ruin avocados! If you’re storing your avocados in the fridge, you could be preventing them from reaching their full flavor and texture potential. Instead, keep your avocados at room temperature until they’re ripe and delicious. This will allow the enzymes and chemicals inside the fruit to break down and develop, giving your avocados the flavor and texture you crave.
And don’t worry about your avocados becoming too ripe – once they’re ripe, you can move them to the fridge to preserve their flavor and texture for a little while longer. Just make sure not to store them in the fridge before they’re ripe, or you’ll be missing out on all that delicious avocado goodness!