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Vacuum packaging of vegetables:
We recommend cleaning and blanching (i.e. by brief immersion in hot water) the vegetables before vacuum
packaging. This process inhibits enzyme activity that could cause the loss of taste, colour and texture.
Note: Blanch the vegetables by cooking briefly in boiling water or placing them in the microwave: 1 to 2 minutes for
leafy vegetables, 3 to 4 minutes for peas in pods, sliced zucchini or broccoli, 5 minutes for carrots and 7 to 11 minutes
for corncobs. Vegetables should stay crispy. After blanching, immerse immediately in cold water to stop the cooking
process. Finally, dry thoroughly and pack.
To freeze the vegetables, it is recommended to pre-freeze them first for 1 to 2 hours until stiff. Before freezing, divide
the vegetables into individual portions and spread them on a baking pan so that the pieces do not touch each other.
This will prevent the vegetables from sticking together. Immediately after freezing, wrap the vegetables and put
them in the freezer.
Note: All kinds of vegetables (including broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, turnips, etc.) release
gases during storage (it is a natural process). Therefore, blanched vegetables must always be stored in the freezer.
IMPORTANT: Never use vacuum packaging to store mushrooms.
More tips for vacuum packaging of leafy vegetables:
For best results, store leafy vegetables in Concept Fresh VD8100 and VD8200 canisters. First, wash the vegetables
properly and dry them with a paper towel or in a centrifuge. Place the dried leaves in a canister and remove the air.
Store the canister in the refrigerator.
Vacuum packaging of fruit:
Follow the same steps as in the case of vegetables, only without blanching.
You can freeze individual portions for future use or store a small quantity in the refrigerator for quick consumption.
We recommend storing fruit in Concept Fresh canisters.
Vacuum packaging of bread:
It is recommended to vacuum pack bread in Concept Fresh canisters, as they are able to retain its original shape.
When using bags, pre-freeze the bread for 1 to 2 hours or until completely frozen.
Vacuum packaging of coffee and powdered food:
To prevent the penetration of small particles of food into the vacuum pump, insert a coffee filter or a paper towel into
the top part of the bag or canister to prevent the fine material from being sucked up. You can also place food in the
bag or canister in its original packaging.
Vacuum packaging of liquids:
For vacuum packaging of liquids in original bottles (wine, oil, etc.) it is recommended to use the original Set of wine
stoppers - VD8300. If these stoppers cannot be used, pre-freeze the liquid food in a canister of a suitable shape and
size before packing.
Before use, cut off one corner of the bag and defrost in the microwave or in water at 75 ºC.
Vacuum packaging of non-food items:
The Concept Fresh vacuum packaging system can also be used to protect non-food materials and items from
oxidation, corrosion and moisture. When vacuum packaging these items, follow the steps used for food packaging
and use the original Concept Fresh bags or canisters.
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