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- Posted on Oct 16, 2014
Re: How do I freeze zucchini
The best way to freeze zucchini is to blanch it first. This allows it to stay firm and green in your freezer bags, while locking in nutrients.
- Wash your zucchini and remove tops and any bad spots.
- Cut zucchini into slices or strips.
- Bring a pot of water to a full boil. Add the zucchini to the water. Leave in for 1 minute only.
- Quickly remove it, and plunge it into a bowl of ice water. This keeps it from becoming limp and will stop the blanching process.
- Pat dry until no water remains on zucchini. Excess water causes freezer burn and frost inside your bags.
- Store in freezer bags according to size you want, making sure that all air is pressed out of the bag before sealing.
- Mark bags with date, and you are done.
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