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    Home » Kitchen Tips » Freezer Cooking

    Can You Freeze Mushrooms?

    Published: Jul 8, 2021 by Jessica Fisher

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    Whether you find a good sale or just buy too many at the store, you can freeze mushrooms to use for later. It’s a great way to extend their shelf life and still enjoy their umami goodness for weeks to come.

    Later you can tuck them into Brie and Bacon Panini, stir them into Mushroom and Onion Gravy or fold them into Creamy Mushroom Pilaf. There’s no end to the goodness you can cook up when you’ve got mushrooms in the freezer.

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    Mushrooms are a delight – stuffed, sauteed or tossed on a pizza, they bring flavor, fiber, and a handful of vitamins to the party. And thankfully, they’re very freezer-friendly, allowing you to stock up when you find a sale and enjoy them for weeks to come.

    Why Do This

    It helps you avoid food waste. If you’ll use it eventually but can’t just right now, why not freeze it to use later and buy yourself some time?

    It will save you money. Wasting food is akin to wasting money. The bigger the package of mushrooms you buy, the lower the unit price (typically). Freeze the extras and pay less all the way around.

    It can be more convenient. Frozen chopped, sliced, or cooked mushrooms are often more convenient than fresh ones as they are recipe-ready.

    Ingredients

    bowl of mushrooms next to paper towel with a mushroom on it.

    mushrooms – All you need are mushrooms! That said, these methods work best with button or brown mushrooms, typically the more affordable mushrooms anyway.

    You’ll want to wash them first: Rinse them under cool water and wipe them with a paper towel. Trim the stem ends and discard stems that have gone woody or mushy.

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    There are three basics ways you can freeze mushrooms:

    To freeze uncooked sliced mushrooms

    • sliced mushrooms with knife on white and green cutting board.
    • sliced mushrooms on a silpat-lined tray to freeze.

    Slice the washed mushrooms thinly and place them on a lined tray. Freeze until firm and then place in a ziptop freezer bag or plastic container with a lid.

    Be sure to label the package with the date so you know how soon to use them up.

    To freeze uncooked chopped mushrooms

    • chopped mushrooms and knife on white and green cutting board.
    • chopped mushrooms in ziptop freezer bag.

    If you use a lot of chopped mushrooms in your recipes, it can be super handy to have them chopped and ready to go in the freezer.

    Dry the mushrooms well, and chop them. Measure them out to what you normally use in recipes and place in ziptop freezer bags.

    If you’re not sure what quantities you’ll use, you can lay them out on a lined tray like the sliced mushrooms and freeze. Once frozen, transfer them to a ziptop freezer bag or airtight container.

    To freeze cooked mushrooms

    • sauteed mushrooms in the skillet.
    • sauteed mushrooms in freezer-safe container with a labeled lid.

    Cook the mushrooms according to your favorite recipe or simply saute them in oil or butter. Place them in an airtight container and chill them completely. Label with the date and contents and store in the freezer.

    To Use Frozen Mushrooms

    When you’re ready to use the mushrooms, you can cook them from frozen. Pull out the bag and add to your recipe.

    FAQs

    How long can you freeze mushrooms?

    Mushrooms should maintain good quality frozen for 10 to 12 months if stored at less than 0 degrees. Since home freezers are often inconsistent, try to use them up within a few months.

    Can you freeze mushrooms in a casserole? In a sauce? In soup?

    You can freeze mushrooms in your recipes without a problem. You can also freeze them on their own, uncooked or cooked.

    sauteed mushrooms on crostini with goat cheese.

    Great Mushroom Recipes

    • Catalan Meatballs – Boules de Picolat
    • Mushroom Beef Stew with Kalamata Olives
    • Mushroom and Onion Gravy Recipe for the Freezer
    • Easy Chicken Stir Fry

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    How to Freeze Mushrooms

    Learn how to freeze mushrooms so that you can stock up on a great sale or save what you have for another time. It's a great way to save time and money!
    Prep Time15 mins
    Total Time15 mins
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 12kcal
    Author: Jessica Fisher
    Cost: $2
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    Equipment

    • cutting board
    • parchment paper
    • heavy duty sheet pan
    • single-serve airtight containers
    • ziptop freezer bags

    Ingredients

    • 8 oz mushrooms
    US Customary – Metric

    Instructions

    To freeze uncooked mushrooms

    • Wash the mushrooms and wipe them well. Chop or slice according to your preferences. Package in recipe-size portions in ziptop freezer bags or freezer-friendly containers OR to freeze them loose, place them on a lined sheet pan and freeze until firm. Once solid, transfer the frozen mushrooms to packaging and return to the freezer.
    • To use: add to recipe from frozen.

    To freeze cooked mushrooms

    • Wash the mushrooms and wipe them well. Chop or slice and cook according to your preferences. Package in recipe-size portions in ziptop freezer bags or freezer-friendly containers. Chill completely prior to storing in the freezer.
    • To use: reheat and serve.

    Notes

    Frozen mushrooms will be safe indefinitely if kept at below zero degrees, but after ten months, their quality will start to diminish. Since home freezers are not as consistent and reliable as commercial freezers, try to use your frozen mushrooms within a couple months.
    Use mushrooms in sautés, soups, sauces, and stir-fries.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 12kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg
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