Is it possible to freeze apricots in pitted slices for the winter? What is the best way to do this? At what temperature are frozen fruits stored? Step-by-step recipe with a photo. Video recipe.
Fragrant and sweet apricots are a source of vitamins and an amazing fruit. It contains a lot of vitamin A, iron, potassium and other beneficial substances. Berries for the winter are harvested in the form of mashed potatoes with and without sugar, slices in syrup, whole and halves. They make compotes and jam. But cooking reduces the beneficial properties of the fruit. To preserve the nutritional value, it is best to freeze the fruit. In addition, frozen apricot has preventive and healing substances for the treatment of vitamin deficiency, anemia and heart problems. Therefore, today we will talk about how to freeze apricots in pitted slices for the winter. Freezing has now gained popularity and is gradually replacing the usual conservation. Fruits of medium ripeness retain their shape well when frozen. But before freezing the fruit, explore the possibilities of the freezer. It directly depends on the shelf life of the food. At a temperature of -18 ° C and below, fruits will be stored for 1 year until the next season, up to -18 ° C, the shelf life is 6 months.
Frozen apricot slices can be used for making fruit drinks, boiling compote, jelly and jam. With them, you can cook dumplings, pies, pies, charlotte, rolls and other pastries. Some of them even make jam when the prepared summer is over. And to make delicious tea, you just need to pour boiling water over the fruits, stir and in a few minutes the healthy drink will be ready.
- Caloric content per 100 g - 44 kcal.
- Servings - Any Amount
- Cooking time - 15 minutes of active work, plus time for freezing
Ingredients:
Apricots - any quantity
Step by step preparation of frozen apricot pitted slices, recipe with photo:
1. Choose moderately ripe and firm apricots without traces of mechanical damage and decay. Put the collected fruits in a sieve and wash.
2. Spread the fruits on a cotton towel and dry them so that they do not stick together during freezing.
3. Use a knife to cut the fruit in half and remove the pit. If desired, you can cut them into the desired shape: slices, cubes, grind in mashed potatoes, etc.
4. Fold the fruit into a suitable container.
5. If the container is large, then pack the fruit in bags, which are placed in bowls. Since apricots cannot be re-frozen. Consider this when packing.
6. Fill the container with fruit and send the apricots to freeze in the freezer. Remember to sign the container to determine the shelf life. Turn on the "quick" freeze mode and freeze fruits at a temperature of -23 ° C.
See also a video recipe on how to freeze an apricot for pies and cakes.
