How to freeze crayfish, a proven method.
Freezing crayfish is the best way to store them long-term. Meanwhile, before this process they must undergo heat treatment. Under no circumstances should live crayfish be frozen. Because if crayfish fall asleep, oxidative reactions immediately occur, and in this case there is a high risk of poisoning. Therefore, there is only one sure way - freezing boiled crayfish.
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How to choose crayfish for freezing?
Only live specimens are suitable for storage in the freezer; their behavior should be active, and their tail should be tucked to their abdomen. Brought or caught crayfish are warmed to room temperature and washed in salted water. If any specimens float up and lie motionless, it is better not to eat them.
How to properly cook crayfish before freezing?
To cook crayfish properly before freezing, follow these steps:
- First, place the crayfish in a container of cold water and leave for a couple of hours, then rinse.
- Clean the prepared crayfish from the intestines and stomach.
- Pour 2 liters of water into the pan. After boiling, add peppercorns, salt, dill and crayfish. Cook for 20 minutes over moderate heat.
In the video, Klavdiya Korneva explains how to cook crayfish:
How to freeze boiled crayfish?
Place the boiled crayfish in bags and place in the freezer. And if you want to increase the shelf life, it is better to freeze the crayfish in plastic containers along with the broth in which they were boiled. Specimens frozen in this way can be stored for no more than three months.
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