Food scientists weigh in about why, whether they're safe to eat, and how to store watermelons to prevent this. And your kitchen will be covered in stinky, funky watermelon goo So how do you avoid it The best way is to keep your watermelon in the fridge from the get go. The chlorophyll breaking down causes this color shift, often accompanied by a waxy or dull appearance replacing the natural slight shine. We all love a big, juicy watermelon on a hot summer day
It’s crisp, sweet, and just downright refreshing But let me ask you something—have you ever cut into a watermelon and noticed it… foaming? Your watermelon may run the risk of exploding if you see any liquid bubbling from cracks or breaks in the outer skin Since watermelon is over 90% water, this fruit's inner juices can sour and ferment in time, especially in high heat conditions In some cases, this can cause watermelons to burst with little warning. • if your watermelon starts hissing, gurgling, fizzing, or leaking fluid, carefully transfer it to a trash bag and dispose of it promptly.
If you end up with a foaming melon, carefully remove it from your house and discard or compost it.
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