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Industrial freezing of vegetables and fruits

Industrial freezing of vegetables and fruits is an effective way of preserving their nutritional properties, texture and taste for a long period of time. Frozen vegetables and fruits are widely used in the food industry, restaurants, fast food and home cooking.

Here are the main stages and features of the industrial process of freezing vegetables and fruits.

Preparation of raw materials

Selection and cleaning: Vegetables and fruits are selected according to quality, they are washed and cleaned of dirt, dust and other impurities.

Slicing: Vegetables and fruits can be cut into specific sizes for ease of packaging and use.

Blanching (optional)

Blanching: Vegetables or fruits undergo a short heat treatment in boiling water or steam. This step helps to destroy enzymes and bacteria that can cause the product to lose its quality when frozen.

Industrial freezing

Quick freezing: Products are placed in special freezing chambers, where they are quickly cooled at very low temperatures. This allows small icicles to form, which helps retain texture and nutrients.

Packaging

Vacuum packing or containers: Frozen vegetables and fruits are packed in vacuum bags or plastic containers to prevent exposure to moisture and oxygen that can cause freezing.

Freezing to the final temperature

Deep freezing: Packaged products are moved to freezers, where the temperature is reduced to very low values, usually below -18 °C. This helps preserve products over time.

Storage and distribution

Storage: Frozen vegetables and fruits are stored in special freezers until shipment.

Sale and use

Sales: Frozen vegetables and fruits can be shipped to stores, restaurants and other points of sale.

Usage: Frozen products can be used for cooking or processed into different dishes.

Industrial freezing of vegetables and fruits allows you to preserve the quality of products, as well as simplify their transportation and storage, which makes them available throughout the year.