Things to know about freezingonionsand garlic
Many working women don’t have time to prepare fried onions and garlic every day. Therefore, on a holiday, they make a large quantity of fried onions to store long-term.
If you want to prepare a lot of fried onions, you must also know how to store them correctly to avoid spoilage and ensure that the hard work put into making them is not wasted. In this section ofSelMagzwe will introduce you to the technique of storing fried onions in the fridge or freezer.
Nutritional value of frozen fried onions
It’s best to consume all food fresh to maintain its nutrients since storingfoodin the freezer can cause a significant loss of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals.
When we fry onions or garlic, their nutritional value decreases because processing fresh food reduces its nutrients. If we freeze fried onions and garlic for an extended time, more nutrients will be lost, leaving just a little of the onion and garlic aroma.
However, if the garlic and onions meant to be fried and frozen are healthy and prepared correctly, no harmful substances will be released, but such products won’t have much nutritional value.
How to store fried onions in the freezer?
First, select healthy onions or garlic, cut them into strips, and immerse them in boiling water for a few minutes. Then drain the onions and spread them on a cloth to dry. Once the excess water is removed, fry them with oil and addturmericand a bit of salt during frying. Place the fried onions in a metal strainer to let the oil drain completely.
After draining the oil and cooling, divide the onions into portions; put some in a sealed container in the fridge and the rest in freezer bags, removing all air before freezing.
Use the fried onions kept in the fridge when needed, and when you run out, take a pack of frozen fried onions from the freezer and put it into the same container for gradual use.
Do not keep fried onions in the fridge for too long
It’s better to consume food fresh and not store cooked food for long in the fridge or freezer because there is always a risk of contamination. For long-term storage, it’s best if the food is raw because if raw food is contaminated, the bacteria and toxins will be destroyed during cooking.
If we store fried onions in the fridge, since they are only warmed up when consumed and the heating time is short and low, any contamination may not be eliminated.
Solutions to prevent mold on fried onions
As mentioned in this section of the secrets ofhousekeepingon SelMagz, to keep your fried onions safe from mold, place the container without a lid in the fridge or freezer for a while to cool the onions completely before sealing the container.
Also, cool the lid separately in the fridge to ensure it is cold. Then seal the container properly and place it in the freezer or fridge. This will prevent condensation in the container, keeping the onions from molding.
Duration for keeping fried onions in the freezer
You can keep frozen onions for 3 to 6 months, but it’s better to consume fried onions within 6 weeks because they have the best flavor during this period and lose their taste afterward.
