🔥 2. Freeze the blanched zucchini
Ideal for: pan-frying, grilling, crispy sides
Blanching the zucchini for a few minutes helps preserve its color, flavor and consistency.
Procedure:
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Cut the zucchini as you wish.
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Blanch them in salted water for 1 to 2 minutes.
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Drain them and plunge them into ice water to stop the cooking.
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Dry them well.
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Freeze them first on a tray, then transfer them to bags.
✅Advantages: They retain their consistency and flavor better after cooking.
🧊 3. Freeze the grated zucchini
Ideal for: meatballs, savory pies, veggie burgers
A practical method for quick preparations.
Procedure:
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Wash and dry the zucchini.
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Grate them with a medium mesh grater.
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Squeeze them lightly to remove excess water.
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Divide into portions and freeze in bags or small containers.
✅Advantages: Perfect for direct use in dough, without defrosting.
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