Hari raya Idul Adha is synonymous with the sacrifice of sacrificial animals, so there will be a lot of meat obtained during the celebration of Idul Adha. However, sometimes the abundance of meat obtained can confuse some people in processing it at the same time. Therefore, some people will choose to store it in the freezer first so that it can last longer and be processed at a later time. The low temperature in the freezer can indeed inhibit the growth of bacteria that cause meat spoilage, ultimately making the meat last for months.

This method is commonly done by many people, but did you know that there is another way to store meat that can make it even more tender? A YouTube account named Dapur Rayyanka shared a short video on how to store meat using papaya leaves to keep its color fresh, long-lasting, and even make the meat more tender. So, let's learn how to store meat ala Dapur Rayyanka YouTube account summarized on Thursday (13/06/2024).

Wash the meat that will be stored first until clean, then drain it until the water is completely gone. Drain the meat twice in two different containers so that the water completely drains. Prepare papaya leaves and wash them until clean. Once ready, arrange the meat on top of the papaya leaves. One papaya leaf can hold 2 ounces of meat.

Fold the papaya leaves until the entire surface of the meat is completely covered. Place the meat wrapped in papaya leaves in a container and arrange it neatly. One wide container can fit 4-5 papaya leaves. Once done, cover the container and put it in the freezer.

"Furthermore, wrapping the meat using papaya leaves before storing it can also help maintain the freshness and red color of the meat, as well as make it even more tender, thus making it easier to process later."