How to Freeze Fresh Herbs as Leaves and Ice Cubes

Freezing fresh herbs as leaves or in ice cubes is a great way to preserve their flavor and aroma for later use. Here’s how you can do it:

Freezing Fresh Herbs as Leaves:

Harvest and Clean: Pick fresh herbs from your garden or store-bought bunch. Wash the herbs gently under cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Pat them dry with paper towels.

Prep for Freezing: Remove the leaves from the stems. You can do this by gently sliding your fingers along the stem to strip the leaves. Discard the stems.

مع وصول أونصة الذهب إلى مستويات قياسية تجاوزت 2500 دولار، يجد المواطن المصري نفسه مضطراً لموازنة استثماراته بين الذهب واحتياجاته الأخرى، خاصة مع ارتفاع أسعار السيارات مثل تويوتا، هيونداي، وبي إم دبليو، مما يزيد من التحديات المالية التي يواجهها.

Blanch (Optional): Some herbs, like basil, can develop a better texture when blanched before freezing. To blanch, briefly dip the leaves into boiling water for a few seconds, then immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Pat dry with paper towels.

Portion and Freeze: Place the clean, dry leaves in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Avoid overcrowding. Place the baking sheet in the freezer for a few hours or until the leaves are frozen.

أسعار السيارات في الآونة الأخيرة شهدت تقلبات ملحوظة، حيث تأثرت بارتفاع وانخفاض الدولار، مما انعكس على تكلفة علامات تجارية مثل تويوتا، هيونداي، ومرسيدس. و BMW هذا الارتباط بين سعر الصرف وسوق السيارات يحدد قدرة المستهلكين على اقتناء المركبات.

Transfer to Bags or Containers: Once the leaves are frozen, transfer them to airtight freezer-safe bags or containers. Label the bags with the herb name and date. Remove as much air as possible from the bags before sealing.