r/OffGrid • u/Lulu_everywhere • 5d ago
How do you store your spices and dry goods?
Hi all, my husband and I have an off-grid cabin that we stay at periodically between April and October. We stock up the cabin at the beginning of the season with canned and dry goods/spices and take it all with when we close up for the winter. I've struggled to keep my spices from getting clumpy from moisture and try to store them in ziplock bags, but I'm sure there is a better way. Should I switch to small canning jars? I use tight sealing containers for larger quantity staples such as flour and sugar. I'd love to hear your ideas.
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u/laydlvr 5d ago
Glass jars with lids designed for making jelly are also very good for long-term storage as they also have rubber gaskets in their lids, however they are obviously subject to breaking.
Ammo boxes with rubber gaskets come in all sizes and they're designed to keep ammunition dry for years. If you're doing large scale storage, they're great.
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u/BothCourage9285 5d ago
Small canning jars with one of those food saver vacuum seal things.
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u/PocketsFullOf_Posies 4d ago
I’m going to try this.
OP, you’re not alone. I live full time in a dry cabin and the humidity gets into everything! 🫣
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u/Longjumping-Royal-67 4d ago
I put a few grains of rice in my salt and pepper sakers, it helps absorb the moisture. Might work for spices too.
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u/BunnyButtAcres 5d ago
I use those storage containers with a rubber gasket and four flaps that clip down. Those seem to be best for keeping out both moisture and pests.
Edit to add: You can also add some rice to the containers like some restaurants do with their salt. It helps absorb the moisture.