Why freezing dill is a summer essential for winter cooking

In the summer, when dill grows abundantly in gardens and markets, it is worth gathering and freezing it in portions. This way, in winter, we always have an aromatic addition to soups, sauces, salads, or potatoes at hand. Freezing dill is a simple way to preserve its freshness and intense flavour for many months. This small effort in the summer brings huge benefits in the colder months when access to fresh herbs is limited.

To enjoy frozen dill all winter long, you should wash it thoroughly, dry it, and chop it finely. Then, divide it into smaller portions and place them in airtight bags or containers. You can also use ice cube trays, freezing the dill in ice cubes with a bit of water. However, these should always be accessories suitable for low-temperature storage and designed for contact with various types of food. This way, you can easily take out exactly as much dill as you need for a particular dish. Freezing dill allows it to retain its aroma and nutritional values, so every soup, sauce, or salad is enhanced in flavour.

Frozen dill is extremely versatile and can be added to many dishes. It is perfect for soups, such as dill soup or cucumber soup, where it adds a distinct flavour and freshness. It is also an ideal addition to potatoes, sauces, salads, and fish dishes. By freezing dill in the summer, you can enjoy its aroma in winter and remember the flavours of warm, summer days. It's a simple way to enrich winter meals and add freshness often missing in the colder months.

Freezing dill not only preserves its flavour but also saves time and money. Instead of buying expensive herbs in winter, you can use your own supplies prepared in the summer. Dill is also rich in vitamins and minerals that support health, and freezing allows most of these nutritional values to be retained.

Besides freezing, dill can also be dried, although freezing better preserves its aroma and freshness. You can also prepare dill in oil, creating an aromatic addition to salads and warm dishes.