How to freeze sea buckthorn for the winter >>> recipe for berries and juice with step-by-step photos

Preparing sea buckthorn according to this recipe allows you to preserve it all winter without additional cooking. The airtight jar can be opened as needed and the desired amount of berries in syrup can be used to make compote or fruit drink.

Nutritional value per serving

82 kcal

Proteins: 1.2 g
Fats: 5.4 g
Carbohydrates: 5.7 g

*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients

Total time: 20 min
Time in the kitchen: 20 min
Complexity:

It will work even if you're making it for the first time. Not just this dish, but your first time ever.
Number of servings: 1

It's essential to wash sea buckthorn before freezing. In this recipe, I explain how to do this correctly, ensuring you remove any bruised or damaged berries from the frozen berries. This will prevent any unpleasant surprises, such as an unpleasant taste in frozen sea buckthorn.

It's also crucial to wear an apron when preparing sea buckthorn. Its sap is caustic and very difficult to wash out of clothing. Therefore, extra protection will definitely not hurt your wardrobe, regardless of the freezing method you choose.

Recipe with step-by-step photos

How to freeze whole sea buckthorn berries with sugar for the winter?

Ingredients

Servings

Sea buckthorn

1 kg
Sugar

1 kg

Preparation

Step 1

At the initial stage, sort the berries in a large bowl of water, sifting out and discarding any damaged ones. Then let the water sit for 3-5 minutes to easily rinse the sea buckthorn's thick skin. Don't skip this step, as even a few spoiled or bruised berries can ruin the entire preparation.

Step 2

Place the berries on a large kitchen towel folded in 2 layers.

Step 3

Spread the sea buckthorn over the entire surface in a single layer and roll it up. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes to allow all the water to drain.

Step 4

Pour the sea buckthorn and sugar into wide bowls and plates. Sterilize the jars in a saucepan, oven, or dishwasher.

Step 5

Place 1 cm of sugar on the bottom of each jar and spread it evenly with a spoon to create an even layer.

Step 6

Next, lay out a 2 cm layer of sea buckthorn.

Step 7

Then continue layering the same amount of sugar and sea buckthorn. Don't pack the berries too tightly so they stay whole and beautiful.

Step 8

We finish the creation of the blank with an even layer of sugar, which we spread evenly over the surface with a spoon without pressing.

Step 9

Seal the jar and place it in the refrigerator, or if you live in a private home, in a cellar or cool pantry. For freezing, you can transfer the sea buckthorn to a plastic container and leave it unopened in the freezer.

Answers to frequently asked questions

How long can frozen sea buckthorn be stored?

Whole berries, puree, or juice with sugar will keep for up to a year. Within that time, it's best to use up all of your sea buckthorn and prepare a new batch.

How many portions should the berries be divided into?

Whatever you prefer. However, the smaller the container, the faster its contents freeze. This directly affects how much nutrition your preserves retain. Therefore, it's best to use smaller containers.

Can sea buckthorn be stored without sugar?

Yes, you can. But its shelf life will only be six months. Sugar is a natural preservative. It protects the berries from spoilage. Sugar substitutes, in most cases, do not have this property.

Sea buckthorn isn't a very popular berry, but it's undoubtedly beneficial. If you have the chance, be sure to stock up on it for the winter.

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