How Afghans preserve grapes for months using clay

Afghans have a unique way of preserving fruits like grapes.

Afghans developed this method of food preservation, known as kangina, centuries ago in Afghanistan’s rural north. The technique which uses mud-straw containers helps people in remote communities, who can’t afford imported produce, to enjoy fresh fruit in winter months.

The ancient tradition has been kept alive, and seen even today in the viral video. The clip opens to show a cart transporting mud sealed grapes, later a man takes to demonstrate on the preservation style. When the naturally made container is carefully broken, the grapes can be spotted safe inside.

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