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How to Freeze Cabbage

Learn how to preserve cabbage by freezing it for later use.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 14 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 57kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 head cabbage

Instructions

  • Prepare the cabbage for freezing. Remove any damaged or wilted outer leaves, wash under cold running water, and pat dry. Slice cabbage into desired shape: either shreds or wedges.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Prepare a mixing bowl with ice water. Once boiling, drop the cabbage into the pot of water. For shredded cabbage, cook for 30 to 60 seconds once the water returns to a boil. For cabbage wedges, increase cook time to 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Remove the cabbage from the boiling water with a slotted spoon. Plunge it into the bowl of ice water and let cool for a few minutes.
  • Drain the cabbage and pat dry. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread it out in a single layer.
  • Place the baking sheet in the freezer, somewhere it can lie flat, for 1 to 2 hours until the cabbage is frozen solid.
  • Transfer the frozen cabbage to freezer bags, remove as much air as possible, and seal. Store for up to 6 months in the freezer.
  • Use the cabbage directly from frozen in cooked/hot cabbage dishes like soups.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quarter | Calories: 57kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 41mg | Potassium: 386mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 222IU | Vitamin C: 83mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 1mg