Source: Maksym S, AdobeStockThe season for garlic scapes is so fleeting… But what then? How to preserve such a wonderful ingredient? Actually, it's simple – you can freeze them! And you'll learn how to do it correctly in our collection of recipes! Dishes with garlic scapes in winter taste completely different!
1. Frozen Garlic Scapes in Ziploc Bags
Source: AdobeStockThe easiest and most versatile way to freeze garlic scapes.
You will need: 500 g garlic scapes.
Preparation: Carefully wash the garlic scapes, trim off the tough upper part, and cut the shoots into 3-4 cm pieces. Spread them on a towel, let them dry completely, then place them in clean Ziploc bags or plastic containers and put them in the freezer for storage.
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2. Ground Garlic Scapes for Winter
Source: AdobeStockAdd them to appetizers or main dishes for flavor and aroma.
You will need: 500 g garlic scapes.
Preparation: Wash and dry the garlic scapes, remove the tough ends, and pass the stalks through a meat grinder. Place the resulting mixture into ice cube trays or press it thinly into a food container, immediately cutting it into squares so you can break off pieces. Store the scapes in the freezer.
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3. Garlic Scape Pesto for Winter
Source: AdobeStockThis pesto sauce stores wonderfully in the freezer all season long.
You will need: 250 g garlic scapes, 350 ml olive oil, 50 g walnuts, 60 g Parmesan cheese, 50 g basil, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Wash and dry the garlic scapes, trim off the tough ends. Separately wash and dry the basil, then put all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. Spoon the resulting pesto into ice cube trays and place in the freezer.
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4. Frozen Garlic Scapes with Olive Oil for Winter
Source: AdobeStockUse this preparation for making soups or sauces – anything you like.
You will need: 500 g garlic scapes, olive oil, salt.
Preparation: Wash and dry the garlic scapes, trim off the ends, and pass the stalks through a meat grinder. Add salt and a few spoons of olive oil to taste. Then mix the preparation, divide it into food containers or molds, and place in the freezer for storage.
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5. Garlic Scape Butter for Winter
Source: AdobeStockPerfect garlic spread for aromatic toasts!
You will need: 100 g garlic scapes, 150-200 g butter, salt.
Preparation: Wash, dry, and chop the garlic scapes. Mince them using a blender or meat grinder and mix with softened butter. Salt to taste and transfer everything into a container or ice cube trays. Place the preparation in the freezer.