can i peel rinse and then freeze zuchini or is there a proper way to freeze zuchini?

Question

i would like to know if there is a proper way to freeze zuchini? or is it unsafe to do this at all???

Answer 1

YES, YOU CAN FREEZE ZUCCHINI. PEEL,RINSE AND CUBE IT, PUT IT IN 1 CUP CONTAINERS OR WHATEVER YOUR RECIPES CALL FOR. I JUST USED ZIP LOCK BAGS AND FROZE. GOOD WAY TO ENJOY FOR THE WINTER.

Answer 2

It depends on what you want to do with the zucchini. For things like zucchini bread and muffins, I always found it easier to grate it then freeze it in empty margerine containers (Yup. Redneck tupperware) But for stir fry or recipies where I need it intact, then I cut it down to the size I'm going to need and freeze it. It works best if you spread it out on a baking sheet that has a sheet of parchment paper on it, then when they're frozen solid, you put them in a bag. That way, it won't stick together in one massive lump.

But if I'm going to be grilling it or broiling it, I only work from fresh, as freezing breaks the cell walls when the water freezes, so they get mushy when heated.

Answer 3

No need to peel zuchini just cut up in slices and/or wedges and slice up some onions, carrots and other veggies and seal in zip lock bags and freeze and you will have an excellent stirt fry mix to use.

Answer 4

Yes.. of course, it can be frozen.. BUT... when you thaw it out to use it, it is really limp, soggy and has lost its use as a SALAD but can be used for cooking, etc

I know some people who rave by using zucchini that has been frozen(preserved)... they even shred it.. or slice it prior t freezing and then thaw it and use it in breads and some add chutney to it and make a great zucchini/chutney.

Answer 5

Hope this helps.
http://www.recipelink.com/mf/20/5945