How to Freeze Okra

How to Freeze Okra

This guide will teach you how to freeze fresh okra to store throughout the rest of the year.

Author: Mommy Hates Cooking

Meal Type: Vegetarian

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time:

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 4 serving

Calories: 41 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • Fresh Sliced Okra
  • Freezer Safe Storage Bags

Instructions

  1. Trim the okra stems, and cut if you would like into the size you prefer.
  2. Boil a pot of water, then place the okra in the boiling water for exactly 3 minutes. While this boiling, prepare a bowl with ice water.
  3. Remove and drain.
  4. Immediately toss the okra into a bowl of ice water for 3 minutes.
  5. Drain and cool.
  6. Cut them if you have not already and place them in a freezer safe bag and store in the freezer for up to 12 months. Always write the date and name of the food item on the bag before storing.

Nutrition

Energy: 41 kcal | Total Fat: 0 g | Saturated: 0 g | Trans: 0 g | Cholesterol: 0 mg | Total Carbs: 9 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugars: 2 g | Proteins: 2 g | Sodium: 9 mg | Polyunsaturated: 0 g | Monounsaturated: 0 g

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