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Freezing Brocolli

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DollyD Fri 03-Apr-26 17:18:47

Just called in Asda for bananas and saw an offer; any 5 Veg for £1
As I eat a lot of brocolli, I got 5…
I’m going to freeze 4 but need some advice.
I’ve always done the blanching but I’m sure I’ve read somewhere that it doesn’t make much difference and to just freeze as is.
What do you think?🤔

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teabagwoman Fri 03-Apr-26 17:28:58

I don’t blanche broccoli but reckon to use it within a week or two.

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Aldom Fri 03-Apr-26 17:47:03

I blanch broccoli, cut into florets, for three minutes. Then plunge into ice and water and pat dry.
Spread on open trays and freeze. Bag the frozen broccoli.
It keeps for around six months.

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Aldom Fri 03-Apr-26 17:47:30

Blanche.
. Drr

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Witzend Thu 09-Apr-26 10:43:48

Maybe it’s me, but I find broccoli that’s been frozen very mushy. We like it al dente, cooked for around 3 minutes max. Ditto cauliflower.

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Farmor15 Thu 09-Apr-26 11:17:02

I always blanch broccoli but only for about 1 minute. It's not as good as fresh, but handy to have in freezer.

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BloomWillow7 Fri 15-May-26 13:00:32

I still blanch it personally.Takes few extra minutes but the broccoli keeps its colour and texture way better once frozen.

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Norah Fri 15-May-26 13:03:30

Clear off leaves, blanche 2 minutes, ice bath, dry, freeze.

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