But can we freeze celery?
The answer is a resounding “yes.”
Celery stalks actually freeze pretty well and have a lot of potential uses in recipes once thawed.
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Two chefs explain how to freeze celery and why.
Maintain Freshness
Celery, like many other vegetables, has a limited shelf-life when stored inthe refrigerator.
This is a great option if you have a lot of celery and you cant use it all immediately.
Since celery is mostly water, when defrosted, the vegetable becomes limp and soggy.
you’re free to take advantage of lower prices and enjoy celery throughout the year.
Plan Meals
Freezing celery is useful for meal planning and preparation.
flavor, and color.
Using the right containers also is crucial topreventing freezer burnand maintaining quality.
There is flavor in that liquid which will be lost, says Roszkowski.
If you do choose to defrost your celery, it’s a relatively quick process.
One food-safe method is to place it in your refrigerator for a few hours.
For ease of use.
It can also contribute a nice moistness to itemslike meatballsor veggie burgers, adds Roszkowski.
