The delicious artichokes last for a maximum of three days in the refrigerator after harvest. After that, the buds significantly lose their aroma. Therefore, artichokes should be processed before layering.
Can I freeze artichokes?
Artichokes canbe frozen and can therefore be kept for several months. However, raw artichokes lose their flavor when frozen. Therefore, the vegetables must be boiled or fried before freezing. You can easily defrost and process frozen artichokes.
How do I freeze artichokes?
Artichokes should becookedbefore freezing. Raw buds of the plants change color when frozen and change the taste. The artichokes are cleaned in the same way as buds for direct consumption. After only the edible parts remain, they are blanched in hot water for about 8 minutes. Then use ice water to quickly cool the artichokes. Once the buds have dried properly, they can be frozen individually.
Can I also freeze fried artichokes?
Artichokes can also be frozenafter frying. After harvesting, the fresh artichokes are cleaned, sprinkled with lemon and cut into eighths or slices. Then fry the artichokes in oil until they are lightly browned. Allow the buds to cool and dry. The artichokes are then frozen. By freezing you avoid the problems when storing artichokes
What do I have to take into account when defrosting artichokes?
The artichokes can be thawedin different ways. You can cook cooked artichokes frozen in boiling water. Alternatively, the buds are thawed in the refrigerator in a closed container for 3 to 5 days, depending on their size. To fry, the frozen artichokes can be added directly to the pan.
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Alternative ways to preserve artichokes
Don't have enough freezer space to freeze your artichokes? The artichokes can be stored in oil for up to a month. Various pickling spices such as vinegar and herbs enhance the delicious taste of the artichokes.
