Fresh berries, even in the refrigerator, quickly deteriorate, but in the freezer they retain their taste, aroma and nutrients for up to three years. Many people prefer that the berry is always on hand for quick preparation of desserts and drinks, for this it is frozen during the ripening season. In addition, this berry is sold in grocery supermarkets at any time of the year. But before use, it should be defrosted. This can be done in several different ways.
Instructions
Step 1
Place frozen berries in an airtight container and place the container in cold water. Defrosting will take from 10 minutes, depending on the volume of the product.
Step 2
Pour frozen berries on a plate in one layer and leave on the table, allowing to thaw at room temperature. This may take several hours. Place paper towels to absorb the thawed juice and ice. This will shorten the defrosting time to 1-2 hours.
Step 3
Load frozen berries into a glass container and microwave. Set the mode "Fast defrost". Check the berry after every minute so as not to miss the moment when it defrosts and begins to heat up.
Step 4
For quick defrosting, the berry, packed in an airtight bag, can be placed under a stream of cold water for 10 minutes. Be careful: if the bag is damaged, the berry will absorb water and become soggy and watery in taste.
Step 5
Place the frozen berries in the refrigerator. So the berry will thaw slowly, but gently and less sour. A kilogram of berries will be thawed for up to 6 hours.
Step 6
Frozen berries for baking pies and muffins can be placed in the dough without defrosting. It will melt from the high temperature in the bast step and will give its juices to the confection without loss. Also, frozen berries can be immediately thrown into compotes, fruit drinks and jelly.
