Wondering how to freeze carrots? Below you'll learn how to blanch carrots which includes boiling for a short time then placing them in an ice bath prior to freezing. Frozen carrots can be roasted, boiled, or sauteed for a quick and simple side dish.
⭐️Boil water. Bring water to a boil in a large stockpot.
⭐️Prep the carrots then boil. Wash, peel, and slice the carrots. Carefully place the carrot coins into the boiling water. Boil for 5 minutes.
3 pounds carrots
⭐️Prepare the ice bath. While the carrots are boiling fill a large bowl with ice. Add water. Once the carrots are boiled use a slotted spoon to place them immediately into the ice bath. Let them sit for 5 minutes.
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Freeze the carrots. Strain the carrots removing as much water as possible. Place them onto a baking pan lined with parchment paper. Freeze for about 1 hour. Remove them from the tray and place them into a ziplock freezer bag. Freeze.