Unveil the secrets of food preservation with freezing techniques. Learn how to extend freshness, reduce waste, and maintain quality by properly freezing and thawing your ingredients. From cooling down hot meals to choosing the right containers, master the art of freezing for a better culinary experience and a greener world.
Freeze! No, not you. Your food, we mean. We’re sure you're already aware that doing so prolongs your food’s freshness and helps reduce waste. But did you know that there are ways to do it properly? Yup! It’s not as simple as putting it in the freezer.
Read on to know more about freezing and thawing your cooked and uncooked food and ingredients.
Freeze your ingredients when they’re at their tastiest. But before you do so, remember to blanch vegetables and wash fruits before freezing them.
Before you pop that steaming sinigang or any leftovers in the freezer, make sure that you cool it all the way down to avoid damaging your freezer.
Avoid frost damage to meats by storing them in an airtight container or by using its original packaging.
For cooked meals, make sure to store them in portions that match your daily cravings.
Opt for freezer-safe bags or containers to ensure quality. Also, don’t forget to label your food with its contents and the day it was frozen.
We know how tempting it is to just throw that frozen chicken under hot water to speed up the process. But doing so will greatly affect the quality of the meat. It’s best to thaw it inside the fridge in an airtight container to avoid contaminating other foods.
But if you really can’t wait, you can thaw it under running water. Just be sure to cook it right away!
Craving for adobo? Lucky for you, you froze some 5 months ago! Yes, proper food preservation makes a big difference in preparing meals, snacks, and desserts while reducing food waste.
You can even try it with fruits! For example, fresh mangoes may last a day or two, but frozen ones? They’ll stick around for 12 months! Just peel, slice, and freeze.
Proper freezing and thawing are essential to guarantee frozen food safety and prevent food-borne illnesses. Keep in mind that freezing is a planning strategy that’s worth trying!
