How to Freeze Tomatoes
Learn how to freeze tomatoes using these different methods so you can enjoy fresh tomatoes all year long.
Materials
- tomatoes as many as you want to freeze
Instructions
Method #1: Freeze Whole
- Rinse tomatoes and remove the stem. (Easily remove stem without cutting, simply twist and pull.)
- Play whole tomatoes into a labeled gallon freezer bag.
- Seal bag, removing as much air as possible.
- Freeze for up to 6 months.
- TIP: When using frozen tomatoes skin will easily peel off while the tomato is frozen. Simple run a frozen tomato under warm water and peel skin off easily.
Method #2: Freeze Tomatoes Quartered/Halved (Unblanched)
- Rinse tomatoes and remove the stem. (Easily remove stem without cutting, simply twist and pull.)
- Cover a baking sheet (with a lip) with parchment paper. This will keep your tomatoes from sticking and make it easy to transfer them to a freezer bag once frozen.
- Now that you have your tomatoes washed and ready for peeling. Cut them in halves or quarters. and remove the inner stem.
- Place tomatoes onto parchment paper and flash freeze for 1-2 hours. I do not like to freeze for too long so that I can avoid freezer burn on the tomatoes.
- Transfer frozen tomatoes into a freezer bag. Once tomatoes are in a freezer bag remove as much air as possible and seal.
Method #3: Freeze Tomato Sauce
- Find your favorite tomato sauce and freeze it.