Freezing whole chokeberries for the winter: recipe + 6 step-by-step photos

This is a great way to freeze chokeberries to prevent them from sticking together. This method also works for other berries with thick outer skins. So, you can safely use it for freezing currants, cherries, sea buckthorn, and more. You won't need sugar or other preservatives, just the berries.

Nutritional value per serving

45 kcal

Proteins: 0 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 12 g

*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients

Total time: 30 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

The chokeberry is remarkably similar to blueberries not only in appearance but also in taste. It's sweet, without being sour, but quite tart. Interestingly, it's very difficult to juice this berry. However, it's still often used to make compotes, jellies, and jams.

Using the freezer, you can keep chokeberries fresh for several months. This is a great way to treat your loved ones to vitamin therapy, even after the season has ended.

Recipe with step-by-step photos

Freezing whole chokeberries for the winter

Ingredients

Servings

Irga

to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Place the fresh chokeberries in a separate bowl and fill another, wider bowl with water. Add the chokeberries a little at a time to the water and rinse.

Step 2

We carefully examine the berries and remove any stems that remain in some of the berries and any branches that float to the surface.

Step 3

Pour the water and chokeberries into a large colander placed in the sink. Lift it and shake it to drain all the liquid.

Step 4

Place the berries on a large, absorbent kitchen towel and leave until completely dry.

Step 5

Line a baking dish with plastic wrap, allowing the edges to hang over both sides, and place the chokeberries in the dish. Pull the edges toward the center and place in the freezer to freeze.

Step 6

Then we unwrap the film and place the chokeberries in vacuum-sealed bags designed for freezing. Seal them and return them to the freezer.

Answers to frequently asked questions

Do I need to wash the serviceberry?

Yes, absolutely. All firm berries must be washed to remove dust, dirt, and any chemicals they may have been sprayed with. The only exception is particularly delicate berries, like raspberries, which can easily become bruised or watery from washing.

How long can irga be stored?

Frozen berries will remain edible for up to a year. However, keep in mind that after just six months, they will contain very few nutrients. Therefore, don't store chokeberries for too long. It's pointless.

What is the best way to defrost irga?

It's best to defrost berries naturally at room temperature. However, you can use a bowl of cold water to speed up the process. However, this may still cause some berries to lose their shape.

Can you refreeze serviceberries?

No. The berries will likely spoil by the time you decide to use them again. Defrosted chokeberries should be consumed within 2 days, before the expiration date.

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