Not many people know about it, but all products have a different shelf life in freezing conditions. In the article, we will tell you how to properly store the main categories of products.
Meat
Freezing is the best way to extend the shelf life of meat.
Poultry and other meats can be stored in the freezer for up to 1 year.
However, ham, minced meat are stored frozen for up to 1 to 4 months.
Fish
Such fatty types of fish as tuna, salmon, catfish are stored in the freezer for 2-3 months.
Low-fat types have a slightly longer shelf life - up to 8 months.
However, seafood can be stored for a long time - up to 1.5 years.
Cooked fish is stored for 2-3 months.
Vegetables
Vegetables should be blanched before freezing to retain texture and color.
Frozen vegetables keep up to 1 year.
Frozen vegetables can be used for all recipes: soups, side dishes, main dishes.
You can also freeze greens.
Fruits and berries
The shelf life of such products in the freezer is approximately 1 year.
You can freeze fruits both raw and cooked.
However, apples and bananas are stored a little less - 6 months.