6 Easy Recipes for Freezing Sorrel for Winter

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What could be better than green borscht with sorrel? In winter, it will remind you of sunny summer days, but for this, it needs to be frozen in advance. Sorrel is a delicate ingredient, but we've figured it all out and are sharing proven recipes!

1. Frozen Sorrel in Plastic Wrap

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Just cut off the size you need!

You will need: 300 g sorrel.

Preparation: Rinse, pat dry, and roughly chop the sorrel. Spread it onto plastic wrap, roll it into a tight log, and place it in the freezer.

2. Frozen Sorrel in Portion Containers

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We recommend always labeling containers and bags to know what's inside and how long it's been stored.

You will need: 300 g sorrel.

Preparation: Rinse and pat dry the sorrel, but don't leave it out for too long to prevent wilting. Chop it, place all the greens into a plastic container, and put it in the freezer.

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3. Frozen Blanched Sorrel for Winter

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It won't be as vibrant in color – this is completely normal.

You will need: 300 g sorrel.

Preparation: Roughly chop the sorrel and blanch it in hot water until it turns an olive-green color. Afterward, let it drain and cool, then divide the prepared sorrel into zip-top bags or portion containers and place it in the freezer.

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4. Frozen Sorrel in Ice Cube Trays

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You don't need much water – just enough for the cubes to hold their shape.

You will need: 300 g sorrel.

Preparation: Rinse, chop, and distribute the sorrel into ice cube trays. Pour water over it and place the trays in the freezer. Once frozen, the cubes can be transferred to a zip-top bag for better compactness. Use them for soups and sauces.

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5. Frozen Sorrel with Butter

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This preparation is perfect for omelets and baked goods.

You will need: 200 g sorrel, 100 g butter.

Preparation: Rinse, pat dry, and finely chop the sorrel. Mix it with softened butter and transfer to a portion container or ice cube trays. Freeze the mixture.

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6. Frozen Sorrel in Bags for Winter

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The main thing here is to remove as much air as possible from the bags.

You will need: 300 g sorrel.

Preparation: Rinse, pat dry, and chop the sorrel. Distribute it into zip-top bags, press out the air, seal them, and stack them flat in the freezer. Alternatively, you can put the sorrel into a regular bag, then use a drinking straw to suck out the air, tie it, and place it in the freezer.