You've probably asked yourself this question before, either because you buy a lot of oranges or simply because you want your juice to be available for longer.
Let me tell you the answer: yes, you can freeze orange juice. But not in any way.
In this article, and straight from the field, we are going to give you some recommendations on how to do it in the best way. All accompanied by a step-by-step guide on how to freeze your juice correctly and then defrost it.
Recommendations to take into account when freezing orange juice
- To make the juice, choose fresh, recently picked fruit . Oranges that have already been in cold storage (like those in supermarkets) have already been subjected to a cold process, which takes away their properties and flavour. The less processing the fruit has had, the better.
- Choose an airtight container, preferably glass, to store the juice.
- It is recommended that you strain it before freezing it, not because it will change the flavor, but because the texture of the pulp changes with the freezing process.
- Freeze the amount you are going to consume. You cannot refreeze it.
How to freeze orange juice
To freeze orange juice you must follow these five steps:
- Make the juice as usual. If you have problems with bitter juice, in this article we give you the steps to make the ideal, bitter-free juice .
- Strain it as well as possible to remove all the pulp.
- Place it in a tightly sealed container (preferably glass) to prevent it from acquiring odors.
- Write the date so you know when you froze it.
- Keep it in the freezer until use.
How long does frozen orange juice last?
Orange juice can be frozen for up to 3 or 4 months.
Please note that, as it does not contain preservatives, the preservation time is shorter.
Another important point is that the longer you leave it in the freezer, the more likely its flavor will be altered. So try to consume it as soon as possible.
How to defrost orange juice
The best way is to leave it in the refrigerator the night before using it, so that it has time to defrost slowly.
Orange juice takes between 10 and 12 hours to defrost in the refrigerator.
Does the taste of orange juice change when it has been frozen?
The change in flavor depends on the amount of time the juice spends frozen.
If left for a short time, the change in flavor is minimal, it becomes a little more acidic but not at all unpleasant to the palate.
From Campos del Abuelo, we hope that this material has been useful to you and that you can freeze your juice to preserve it for longer.
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