How to Freeze Tomatoes (the Easy Peasy Way!)

Name: How to Freeze Tomatoes (the Easy Peasy Way!)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 quart bag
Ingredients: tomato; freezer bags; a straw

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How to Freeze Tomatoes (the Easy Peasy Way!)

Iris Warren

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This guide demonstrates a straightforward method to freeze whole fresh tomatoes for long-term storage. After washing and drying, the tomatoes are first frozen individually to maintain shape and prevent clumping. They are then transferred into freezer bags, and the air is removed by submerging the almost-closed bag in water or using a straw for suction. This technique preserves tomatoes for up to a year, making it simple to store excess harvest or bulk purchases.

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This method for freezing tomatoes involves cleaning and drying fresh tomatoes thoroughly before spreading them on a freezer-safe tray to freeze individually. Freezing them solid prevents tomatoes from sticking together in storage. Once frozen, tomatoes are placed into designated freezer bags. To maximize freezer life and prevent freezer burn, the air is removed from the bags either by partially sealing and immersing in water to push air out or by inserting a straw and sucking out air carefully, then quickly sealing the bags. This process preserves tomato quality while allowing up to a year of freezer storage.

The practice requires ripe tomatoes for best flavor retention and highlights a hygiene tip: if using a straw suction method on multiple bags, use the same end of the straw and do not blow into the bag to maintain cleanliness.

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tomato enough to fit in your freezer bags, fresh
freezer bags
a straw not necessary

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Wash and dry the tomatoes.
Place on a freezer-safe tray and freeze until firm.
Place as many tomatoes into a zippered freezer bag (do not use a non-freezer bag).
Close the zipper almost to the end then choose 5 OR 6 below.
Place the bag into a bowl of water (being sure not to let any water enter into the bag) which will push out the air, then close the zipper completely. This is the best method.
Insert the straw into the bag and suck out the air from the bag and quickly finish closing the bag at the same time. This will remove more air which will help keep the tomatoes longer.
Place in the freezer for up to a year.

Notes

Use ripe tomatoes to ensure better flavor and texture after freezing.
If using a straw to remove air, use the same end for multiple bags to maintain hygiene and avoid contamination.
Do not blow air into the bag as it introduces bacteria and reduces storage safety.