This preparation is what counts
If mint is skilfully prepared, the course is set for successful freezing. How to handle it right:
- just before the blossom whole branches in the morning hours to harvest
- leave a quarter of the shoot on the plant for renewed growth
- only cut off the mint close to the ground when harvesting in autumn
- Rinse fresh mint thoroughly under clean water
also read
- Preserving mint - the best methods
- Cut mint correctly - this keeps the growth under control
- Caring for mint correctly - practical tips for beds and balconies
The aroma is better preserved in the leaves if they are not picked before freezing. Either dab off the water with a cloth or dry the mint in the salad spinner.
Clever and practical - freeze mint leaves separately
If the mint leaves stick together when they are removed from the freezer, it is annoying. This shortcoming can be avoided with a simple intermediate step. How to freeze the herb leaves individually:
- Spread out the branches or leaves on a baking sheet or platter so that they do not touch
- Put in the quick freezer of the freezer for 20 to 30 minutes
- Put the pre-frozen mint in resealable bags or freezer cans
Avoid thawing the herbs when decanting. Do not forget the label with the name and the date. To conjure up an invigorating tea from the frozen mint, remove the leaves one by one and pour boiling water over them while they are frozen.
Freezing in portions - this is how it works
Thawing is not necessary for the preparation of tea or as a condiment in warm dishes. Therefore, mint leaves are very easy to freeze in portions using the following method:
- Cut or chop the prepared mint
- Fill the compartments of an ice cube tray two-thirds full with the leaves
- Pour cold water over it and place in the freezer
If you freeze several ice cube trays with mint, these can later be stacked to save space. For use in the kitchen, the individual mint cubes can be easily removed so that they can be added to the dish without defrosting. However, none of the should cook for a long time Mint speciesbecause this process results in a significant loss of flavor. The popular culinary herb can be frozen for up to 12 months kept will.
Tips & Tricks
Frozen peppermint after defrosting is not very suitable for garnishing cakes or desserts. In this case, gourmets candy the freshly harvested leaves. Simply dip into a syrup made from 100 grams of sugar and 80 milliliters of water. Let them dry on a plate until they are slightly sticky and sprinkle with sugar. Allow to dry in the oven at 50 degrees and store in an airtight container.
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