Description
Learn the easy and effective way to freeze green onions to extend their shelf life. This guide shows you how to prepare and store both cut and whole green onions, preserving their flavor for up to 2-3 months, perfect for soups, stews, frittatas, and casseroles.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1-3 bunches green onions
Instructions
- Cut Green Onions: Slice the green onions into desired pieces. Place the cut green onions into a freezer-safe plastic container or freezer bag. Freeze for 1-2 hours, or until they are firm. Toss them gently to separate into individual pieces, then return to the freezer for long-term storage of up to 2-3 months.
- Whole Green Onions: Cut the bunch in half so the green onions fit easily into a freezer-safe container. Place the whole green onions inside and freeze for up to 2-3 months. When ready to use, thaw the green onions at room temperature and then cut into pieces as needed.
Notes
- Freezing green onions helps preserve their flavor for cooking but will change their texture, making them best suited for cooked dishes rather than raw use.
- Use airtight containers or freezer bags to prevent freezer burn and maintain freshness.
- Label the containers with the date of freezing to track storage time.
- Frozen green onions are ideal for soups, stews, casseroles, and frittatas.
