English cucumbers—also called hothouse, seedless, or European cucumbers—are generally considered superior to regular cucumbers.
According to The Spruce Eats, English cucumbers have much smaller seeds and thinner skin, which gives them a sweeter flavor than classic cukes. But that extra fine skin comes with downsides, too.
For one, as The Kitchn explains, it makes them especially susceptible to getting nicked, bruised, or otherwise damaged throughout the packing and shipping process. Their thin peels can also make them spoil more quickly, as they’re not as well equipped to keep water in and oxygen out. Wrapping them in plastic provides an extra layer of protection against these problems.
Since it seems like those dangers have mostly passed once you get your English cucumbers home from the grocery store, you might think it’s fine to unwrap them before sticking them in the fridge.
But the plastic can extend their shelf life, so it’s probably best to leave it on until you’re ready to slice and serve them.
Who knew?
Thanks,Zap undefined
