How can I freeze green peppers?
by
Betty
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I put green peppers in the freezer last year. .I cleaned and sliced them up .I use them in my salads .when I took some out and thaw they were soft and soggy. .I laid them on paper towel thought that would help. .it didn't. .is there another way to freeze them so they won't come out soft and soggy ? Thanks .
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I cut up into small sections (no seeds or pith) and put them is zip lock bags. I don't use as fresh peppers but in stir fried dishes.
AFTER LAYING THEM ON PAPER TOWELS I WOULD FREEZE THEM OUT FLAT ON A PAN THEN WHEN FROZEN PLACE IN CONTAINER OR BAGS. I HOPE THIS WORKS
Never had much luck, this year I’m trying ice cube tray to freeze diced peppers in ice ( thawing as needed)
I wash and dry mine, remove the seeds and store them in Ziploc bags with as much air as possible out of the bag.
They tell you to blanche vegetables before freezing: https://nchfp.uga.edu/how/freeze/blanching.html.
Frozen green peppers are soft and soggy once thawed! I only use them in stir fry,casseroles and soup! Once frozen they are not a good substitute if you want crisp and crunchy green peppers!