Can You Freeze Broccoli?

Cook the broccoli in the boiling water for 2-3 mins. Remove the broccoli with a slotted spoon and plunge into the bowl of iced water, then leave for another 2-3 mins. ... Pat dry, then lay the broccoli on a tray in a single layer and freeze until solid. Transfer to a labelled freezer bag, and freeze for up to a year.

Can you freeze fresh broccoli without blanching?

Broccoli — florets and stems — must be blanched for effective freezing. If you freeze it raw, you'll wind up with bitter, drab green, shriveled stems. Blanching preserves the bright green color and tasty flavor.

Does freezing broccoli ruin it?

They can be frozen full cooked, or fully raw. Simply peel, chop, optionally cook and cool, and freeze using the same baking sheet method. How long will my frozen vegetables keep? If stored properly, your frozen broccoli should keep for six months — after that, it's susceptible to freezer burn.