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how to freeze okra no blanching

How to Freeze Okra

By Kimberly Killebrew
Okra not only freezes well, it's super easy because it requires no special prep or blanching!
5 from 12 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh okra (or however many pounds you have)

Instructions
 

  • Wash the okra, thoroughly drain, and cut off the stems.  Slice the okra in to 1/2 inch rounds or your desired thickness. If you prefer, you can also freeze the okra whole.
    Lay the okra out single file on a parchment-lined baking sheet.  Single layer will prevent the okra from sticking together in a big frozen mass.   
    Place the baking sheet in the freezer and freeze for at least 4 hours.
    Transfer the okra to a ziplock freezer bag or freezer container. (Having been frozen in a single layer they will come off the sheet easily as individual pieces of frozen okra.)
    Label your freezer bag/container with the date and keep frozen until ready to use.  It will keep for 10-12 months.  
    To use the okra, simply remove what you need from the bag.  If you're adding it to a soup or stew there is no need to thaw it.  If you're planning on frying it, let it thaw and drain completely. 

Nutrition

Calories: 19kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 4mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 406IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 0.4mg
Course Side Dish
Cuisine African, American
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