How To Freeze Peppers (The Right Way) - Pepper Geek

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In this video, we show you how to freeze peppers. You can freeze jalapenos, bell peppers, and any other variety. Learn how to properly store peppers in the freezer for the long term.

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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:46 - Supplies needed
1:34 - How to freeze peppers
3:43 - How long do frozen peppers last?
4:12 - Will heat level change?
4:35 - Will flavor change?
4:50 - Can I use frozen jalapenos for poppers?
5:27 - What else can I do with fresh peppers?

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[kristihicks]

In the past when I froze sweet peppers, they were mushy when thawed. I have since learned to put oil on the peppers before freezing and they retain there texture much better.

[sncddb]

Fill freezer bag, close seal leaving space for straw, suck all the air out, remove straw and finish sealing. Works like a charm with no mess like the “water” and no expense of a “vacuum seal” methods. 🌞🇨🇦

[afrazer]

I subscribed just cuz you said "they're filled with air and seeds, things you don't need in the future." It turned a boring day up a notch.

[waynelynch]

I've been freezing peppers for over 20 years the flavor holds up best if they are frozen hole including the larger one. My wife and I love stuffed peppers but when we use frozen we cut them up and make unstuffed peppers same ingredients in a casserole dish still great.

[joshuaabrahamnorton]

Had to smile when you put the stem in the ziploc and removed the chili there for a second :) we all got those moments

[bonsaibean]

I cut my ghost peppers, & other smallish peppers in half & remove the seeds prior to freezing. Saves a lot of space, even on the little guys. I've saved ghost peppers for up to 4 years, & I've noticed no decrease in spiciness. I use them for making jams & jellies, or in chili & such.

[jasonlivinghouse]

2:47 He put the stem part back into the bag lol

[djr]

Here is an Idea, freeze them like you did here in the quart bag then put as many quart bags full of peppers in a Gallon freezer bag, again squeeze out the air. You get double the protection and the gallon bag can be reused.Putting them in a court bag like shown in this video is the best idea. That way if you only want a smaller amount of peppers to use at a time you need them you are set. Great video.

[katiem]

Glad you did this video. I just came inside from picking bowls and bowls of peppers. Time to freeze!

[AshleyWragg]

@02:46 😂 I end up doing the same. Dumping the part that you want to discard in the bag of stuff you're saving. Great content as always.

[stacylasko]

Jalapeño poppers....you can prep them by stuffing and breading them, then freeze them on cookie sheets. Once frozen thoroughly, pop them in freezer bags. Either fry or air fry them straight out of the freezer

[eriatarka]

One important note is that frozen peppers won't work for fermentation unless they're combined with at least an equal amount by weight of fresh peppers/veggies.

[Boxenjou]

For those who like fermenting Sauces, should know, freezing kills off the important lacto baccillus, so for fermenting you should use at least 51% fresh peppers ;)

[monicag]

You can fill a deep bowl or sink with water and submerge the baggie all the way until the zipper and its vacuum sealed. 👍🏻

[KeithOutWest]

This is my latest binge watching channel. lol. This guy really knows his peppers!

[zanderwow]

I had way to many habaneros this year. I had a few start to go bad, so I was afraid I'd lose the whole crop. I de-seeded and de-veined them, roasted/smoked them on my grill. Then just put them in a Mason jar and covered them over with white vinegar. I used them all through autumn to make hot sauce and they held up well.

[war]

I don’t even like hot peppers but this is good content

I dehydrated some habaneros and they lasted 4 years before I chucked them because.. I don’t like eating spicy stuff (love growing it though😅)

[superbee]

I only freeze them to have fresh peppers, Ones i freeze are chopped up and ready to use. They are Jalapenos, Green Chiles and Bell Peppers. I use these 3 in my breakfast foods and dinner foods. The hotter peppers like Jalapenos, Cayenne, Habaneros are dehydrated and made into flakes and powder with a little salt added while blending. For a natural preservative ! I use these flakes and powders to sprinkle on things. meats and foods Plus you can still make sauces from these flakes and powders as well

[vondabarela]

So happy to hear we can do this. We have so many cayennes this year. A little tip for you to get the air out of the bag: I use a bendy straw and insert it into the mostly sealed bag. Then, I suck out the air while removing the straw and pinching the seal. Works great without having to squish the fruit or veg. Thanks for your tips!

[johnmccrae]

I hang them up on cotton thread to dry off over winter then put them through my coffee grinder and into small jars .Still have some six years old and taste just as hot.