Source: Nadya Koval, AdobeStockDo you know that feeling when you're cooking soup in winter, and it desperately lacks the aroma of summer? Or when you have nothing to bake your favorite fish with? This is where your dill reserves will come in handy if you freeze it in advance! But keep in mind that this herb is quite delicate, so simply tossing it into the freezer isn't enough. We'll tell you what and how best to do it!
1. Frozen Dill in Foil
Source: AdobeStockAn excellent way to freeze whole sprigs – for salads, for example.
You will need: 4 bunches of dill.
Preparation: Sort, wash, and dry the dill, gather it into small bunches, and trim the ends. Tightly wrap each bunch in foil and arrange them flat in the freezer. You can also use plastic wrap instead of foil.
2. Frozen Dill in a Plastic Container
Source: AdobeStockThis is a versatile recipe for freezing chopped dill.
You will need: 4 bunches of dill.
Preparation: Wash, dry, and finely chop the dill. Pack it tightly into airtight plastic containers, close the lids, and place them in the freezer. The main thing is to use containers suitable for freezing. The bottom always indicates the permissible temperature range for a specific container.
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3. Frozen Blanched Dill for Winter
Source: AdobeStockDon't thaw everything for use – just scrape off the desired amount with a knife.
You will need: 4 bunches of dill.
Preparation: Wash and dry the dill. Blanch it for 45-60 seconds in boiling water, drain, and finely chop. Tightly pack the herb into silicone or plastic molds, wrap everything in plastic wrap, and place in the freezer. If needed, later remove the dill from the molds and transfer it to a zip-top bag.
4. Frozen Dill with Ice for Winter
Source: AdobeStockDill in ice cube trays is excellent for preparing first courses.
You will need: 4 bunches of dill, water.
Preparation: Wash, dry, and chop the dill. Distribute the herb into ice cube trays, filling them about 1/2 or 2/3 full, pour in water, and place in the freezer.
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5. Frozen Dill in Plastic Bags for Winter
Source: AdobeStockIt's most convenient to use zip-top bags because it's easier to remove air from them.
You will need: 4 bunches of dill.
Preparation: Wash, thoroughly dry, and chop the dill. Distribute it into bags, spreading it in an even layer. Squeeze out as much air as possible from the bags and seal or tie them. If using regular bags instead of zip-top bags, you can suck out the air with a straw. Stack the prepared bags on top of each other in the freezer.
6. Frozen Dill in Olive Oil for Winter
Source: AdobeStockSuitable for stews, caviar, soups, and other hot dishes.
You will need: 1 bunch of dill, 50-60 ml olive oil.
Preparation: Wash, dry, and chop the dill. Distribute it into ice cube trays, filling them approximately halfway. Pour olive or other vegetable oil over it, wrap in plastic wrap, and place in the freezer. Once frozen, the cubes can be transferred to an airtight bag.
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7. Frozen Dill in a Jar for Winter
Source: AdobeStockIn an airtight glass jar, dill keeps longer, and its smell doesn't spread throughout the freezer.
You will need: 4 bunches of dill.
Preparation: Wash, dry, and chop the dill. Pack it tightly into a glass jar so that no air remains inside. Close the jar with a lid and put it in the freezer.
8. Frozen Dill Stems for Winter
Source: AdobeStockWhy throw away dill stems if they also provide such a vibrant aroma?
You will need: 4 bunches of dill.
Preparation: Take the dill stems left over from freezing the herb, chop them, and put them in a blender. Add 50 ml of water and blend until smooth. If necessary, add a little more water to achieve a slightly liquid, uniform puree. Pour the mixture into ice cube trays, wrap with plastic wrap, and place in the freezer. Once frozen, the cubes can be transferred to a bag or container.
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9. Frozen Dill with Butter
Source: AdobeStockAdjust the amount of butter to your taste.
You will need: 1 bunch of dill, 50 g butter.
Preparation: Wash, dry, and chop the dill. Thoroughly mix it with softened butter, and you can also add a little salt or garlic to taste. Distribute the mixture into ice cube trays and place in the freezer.
10. Frozen Dill Umbrellas for Winter
Source: AdobeStockThese dill heads are great for pickling, broths, and marinated appetizers.
You will need: 1 bunch of dill heads.
Preparation: Wash and dry the dill heads. Wrap each head very carefully in plastic wrap to prevent the entire freezer from smelling of dill. Place the wrapped heads in the freezer.