How to Spiralize & Freeze Zucchini Noodles (Zoodles)

[@loriputnam9054]

This was great! You give a very matter-of-fact tutorial, and don't waste our time with goofy video theatrics, so we appreciate that. I'll look for other cooking videos you have posted. I didn't think I COULD freeze my spirals, and we made too many to eat right now, so thank you!

[@tonyaw8155]

Well, thank you! Yes, I am not a very good public speaker, so I just wanted to get this information out there when I discovered it b/c I couldn't find any other videos about it. My daughter helped me. :)

[@hwyla4416]

I cannot believe no one has commented. I found this very helpful. It seems to me that it would also work for the little slices of zucchini for zucchini bread! A little hint for getting the backing sheet to not move around so much - put a towel under it, between the wood counter and the metal pan. It also works with metal mixing bowls that just refuse to stay in place!

[@hwyla4416]

I should mention that the 'kneading' method seems very effective. I've seen people suggest the salting and then to just let the zucchini (slices in most the instructions I've seen) sit and drain the water off. That probably works better for slices, but with the zoodles it looks as if you could remove much more water your way! And again, this method would work for the somewhat grated zucchini as well.

[@tonyaw8155]

Thank you so much! I didn't think of the slices for zucchini bread, but that is a great idea. Zucchini bread is so delicious...makes me want to make some. :) Thank you for the tips, too. I had comments moderated before they would post, but I haven't checked back to this video for some time and never got the comments posted. So sorry about that.

[@judycarlin2428]

Tonya, Thanks so much for your time and information! I can’t wait to try this; it’s harvest time!

[@tonyaw8155]

Thank you for commenting. I hope you enjoy your zoodles from your freezer as much as from your garden. We enjoy them best in soups.

[@clockwatcher4052]

This video is amazing, I'm going to do this this afternoon. Make more videos! You're very GOOD!

[@tonyaw8155]

Well, thank you! I hope you enjoy your zoodles!

[@janellegrace3460]

Thank you for posting this! This was so helpful!! A blessing! 😊😊

[@tonyaw8155]

Thank you so much!

[@LisaBevill-ProSinger1]

Wow.,.. Thanks for the informative quick to the point video.. SO appreciate this video!!!

[@tonyaw8155]

Thank you so much. I hope you enjoy the zoodles!

[@cathycutler7996]

Thank you for the video. Did you know that putting a wet paper towel under your pan it won’t slide around. This trick is great for cutting boards too. 🙏❤️👍🇺🇸

[@tonyaw8155]

Thank you so much! I will have to try that.

[@Adeline9418]

Just found you! This is great. I usually buy zucchini and they go bad. Thanks!!!

[@tonyaw8155]

Yes, that is frustrating! We find we like zoodles best in soups in place of noodles.

[@sassygalist]

Great video. I will try this tonight!!

[@tonyaw8155]

Hi! Let me know if you liked them. I have experimented with them in different ways. I think it helps to realize they won't taste like pasta made from flour, but they are an alternative when trying to watch carbs or use up extra zucchini. We liked them best in home-made soups in the winter.

[@papajoecooking4425]

Put a rubber shelf liner under the pan . Won’t move around as much.

[@tonyaw8155]

Thank you so much...will do that next time. :)

[@robertamcconnell7886]

Really enjoyed your video and the information you had to share. Glad to hear that you are at least responsibly repurposing/reusing/recycling in some sort of a way...using as a feed product. But, why not repurpose as a probiotic food product (i.e., zucchini pickles)? Maybe a new video for your channel?! Looking forward to it and other new ideas! P.S.---messy cooks are the best cooks and kudos to your daughter!!!

[@tonyaw8155]

Ha, ha! Yes, I AM a messy cook!!! I really saw that after we made the video and watched it, but I didn't have the time or energy to redo it as if I was a neat cook. :) I am definitely trying to be neater, but I think I hurry too much. Somebody needs to do a video on how to be a neater cook. :) And what a great idea about the probiotic zucchinis! I never thought of that. I would love to learn how to do that. Our Amish neighbors make lots of different fermented items...such an art. I do hope to master that someday, but until them, our pigs and chickens will just get the healthy benefits. :) I wish there were more hours in the day. :) Thank you so much for your honest, helpful comment.

[@anelmottley2630]

Wow i never knew that , stores charge so much , u r a smart 👩

[@tonyaw8155]

Well, thank you! It always makes the day better when somebody tells you you are smart! :)

[@sheedoabazaba6175]

Great video

[@tonyaw8155]

Thank you! I hope you enjoy the zoodles. :)

[@lionsareus]

new to this--surprising how much water was released.

[@tonyaw8155]

Yes, I was quite surprised the first time I saw how much water came out as well!

[@sueb6452]

Great video. Thank you 😊

[@tonyaw8155]

Your welcome. I hope it is useful for you.

[@hanglam2910]

you’re so cute! thank you for sharing!

[@tonyaw8155]

Ha! Thank you! :) I think your name is cute. :)

[@eniyemission474]

Lovely video maam. Thanks a lot. So plz how long in terms of months will they last. I'm not very conversant with your weather

[@tonyaw8155]

I kept mine in the freezer well into the winter. They seemed great for several months that way, but I mostly use them in soups. My husband even liked them that way, and he likes pasta better than zoodles, so that was what worked best for us.

[@21stcenturygrandmother70]

Thanks for video!

[@tonyaw8155]

You are welcome. Enjoy the zoodles! :)

[@Miwako_vklolita]

this was a very useful video~ thank you a lot! how long those the zucchini noodles lasts on the fridge? thank you!

[@tonyaw8155]

Thank you. I am glad it is helpful. I would think they would last like any vegetable in the fridge, maybe a few days....or best to put in the freezer. I am truly not really sure on their refrigeration life though. I am sorry.

[@onamissionize]

This was great thank you!

[@tonyaw8155]

Thank you for commenting. Let me know how you like the zoodles if you make some.

[@BrianChido2]

Nice video. so I assume after doing this (draining all water out) they can be frozen and the thawed product won't be mush? (as with just freezing as is)

[@tonyaw8155]

Hi, yes, that was the happy result.

[@tinamccabe123]

Great video! Thank you!!

[@tonyaw8155]

Thank you for your kind comment. :)

[@AmazingKitchen]

Amazing

[@tonyaw8155]

Well, thank you, Amazing Kitchen! :)

[@kathyhatley4366]

You don't have to blanch them? Is the salt preserving them somehow?

[@tonyaw8155]

I guess the salt does? I am not sure, but I couldn't find any info on why this works, I just know it has worked for me. :)

[@lindatinley9943]

What salt was used, can you use any salt?

[@tonyaw8155]

Hi, I would think you can use any salt.

[@mar-linaustell7505]

Thanks

[@tonyaw8155]

You are welcome. I hope you enjoy them.

[@mokier9151]

Do you need to rinse off the salt eventually?

[@tonyaw8155]

Yes, before cooking in a stirfry, they should probably be rinsed some. I like them in home-made soup and my broth could always use salt, so I found I didn't need to rinse them when I made a big pot of soup. I guess you kind of have to experiment to your taste. :) I hope that helps.

[@loriputnam9054]

But how could over 21,000 views happen without anyone thanking you for posting? Hm.

[@tonyaw8155]

I am sorry. I am not very good with youtubing, and I just discovered I had comments. I am not very technical, I am afraid. I just got busy with life and forgot about this. :) I have to say, I was stunned to see there were that many views! Glad it has been helpful though. Hopefully others are liking their frozen zoodles.

[@GarudaLegends]

How long do you think they will last in the freezer?

[@tonyaw8155]

I kept mine in the freezer well into the winter. I used them all by the time the following summer came around, but I used them mostly in soups, so I can't really say how fresh they would taste in stir-fry that long. :)

[@beckywhitefoot5992]

Do the zoodles taste super salty once you cook them?

[@tonyaw8155]

I did find they should be rinsed some before making a stir-fry, but when I used them in my home-made soup, I don't think I rinsed them b/c I always have to add salt to my home-made soup anyhow. :)

[@wealthychickens]

Thank you!!

[@tonyaw8155]

You are welcome. I hope it helps. :)

[@mjade1673]

I don't understand why don't freeze the veggies themselves? This seems like its going to detract from benefits of eating veg in first place. That water that has been filtered by the veg and infused with at least minerals, if not other goodies, is now being taken from the veg. Anyway nice home/homemaking👍

[@tonyaw8155]

Thank you! I love our home. :) I wanted zoodles because I was looking for a noodle type replacement to try to cut out carbs. My husband didn't like them in stir-frys too much, but he didn't mind them in soups, so that is what happens to most of them when I freeze them.

[@nancyarchibald9095]

Why remove all that nutrition and flavor?

[@tonyaw8155]

Well, if you have too many zucchinis, this could be a way to have them in the winter, but I mostly did it b/c I was trying to find an alternative to regular noodles and cut carbs. They work well in soup for that. But yes, you are right...fresh zucchini from the garden is best! Loving it right now! :)

[@traciannveno]

Ewwww... but useful

[@tonyaw8155]

Ha, ha! Yes, and yes. :) :) :)

[@momof2momof2]

Just a suggestion, but if you acted friendlier, people would comment and subscribe.