Freezing celery is a simple way to reduce food waste in the kitchen. With a little effort, you can have frozen celery ready to add to your favorite recipes. Follow these easy steps to freeze celery.
You can also sautee celery pieces—stalks and leaves—in olive oil before freezing. For a more flavorful option, sautée celery, garlic, onions, and parsley, then puree in a food processor. Freeze in ice cube trays and add to sauces, soups, and skillet dishes for a savory treat.
Can you refreeze celery?
I wouldn’t recommend it. You’ll lose way too much flavor if you refreeze celery. Instead, freeze it in smaller portions, then only use as much as you need each time.
Can you freeze celery soup?
Absolutely. Like most soups, celery soup freezes really well. Simply pour your celery soup into airtight freezer-safe containers – remember to leave a small gap at the top, as the soup will expand when frozen.
How I Freeze Celery
FAQ
Does celery get mushy after freezing?
Does freezing celery juice lose nutrients?
Can you make celery juice and freeze it?
Can you freeze chopped celery and onions for stuffing?
Can You Freeze frozen celery?
Drain the celery in a colander. Once the celery has drained, pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or some paper towels. Flash Freeze. Arrange the dry celery pieces in a single layer on a lined baking sheet. Freeze overnight. Freeze. Transfer the frozen celery to airtight freezer bags labeled with the date. Freeze the bags for up to 18 months.
How to make celery juice?
You can make celery juice by blending the vegetable in a blender with water or another liquid, such as lemon or orange juice. It is also possible to include other fruits such as apples or pineapples.
Can celery be frozen without blanching?
Celery can be frozen without first being blanched, but this extra, easy step helps preserve the veggie’s color, flavor and texture. Blanching also gives celery more staying power, so it can be frozen for up to a year—unblanched celery can only be frozen for up to two months. To blanch, bring a pot of water to a boil and fill a bowl with ice water.
What can you do with frozen celery?
Soups and stews: Frozen celery adds body and (a slightly less crispy) texture to veggie soups like minestrone, celery soup, or cabbage soup. 4. Stock: Frozen celery adds a subtle sweetness to vegetable or meat stock. Add it to a large stockpot along with other food scraps, and simmer for a few hours until it has reduced.