Clever kitchen hacks that South Africans are using to stretch their grocery budgets and reduce food waste, all while maintaining quality in their meals.

With the cost of living continuing to put pressure on household budgets, many South Africans are finding clever ways to stretch their grocery shopping without sacrificing quality.

From freezing fresh produce before it spoils to buying bread in bulk when supermarkets run specials, a few simple habits can reduce food waste and help you get more value from every rand spent.

Here are some practical kitchen hacks worth trying.

Fresh tomatoes don't always last as long as we'd like, especially during warmer months.