Washing Green Chilies Wrong? Avoid These Mistakes to Prevent "Eating Poison"!

• Soaking green chilies in water for too long allows bacteria to penetrate, especially through cuts, causing quick spoilage.
• Removing stems before washing lets water, soil, and microbes enter, leading to mold; wash thoroughly and dry before removing stems.
• Washing with hot water damages delicate chili skin, causing them to soften and blacken; use room temperature or lukewarm water.
• To remove pesticides, soak chilies for 2-3 minutes in water with salt and white vinegar, then rinse with clean water.
• Never store wet chilies; dry them completely on a cloth or under a fan before storing in an airtight container with tissue paper to absorb moisture.