Gluten Free Tortillas are expensive. Traditional flour tortillas are cheaper but still cost money. In either case, you don’t want to waste them. Learn how to freeze tortillas with this easy technique and never throw another one away.
Freezing tortillas is the best way to store them if you are not using them up for a meal or a few days after they’ve been opened. With this method, they won’t go to waste and you can take out the amount you need without them freezing and sticking together.
How to Freeze Tortillas
Step 1 – Remove the Tortillas From the Store Packaging.
Remove the tortillas from the store packaging. They will need to be repackaged before freezing.
Step 2 – Use Wax Paper or Parchment Between Each Tortilla
Tear off a piece of wax paper or parchment paper large enough to fit between each tortilla. This keeps the tortillas from sticking to each other while in the freezer. It also allows the tortillas to be thawed and used individually.
Step 3 – Restack the Tortillas
Restack the tortillas in a single pile. The top and bottom tortillas do not need wax paper or parchment paper on them where they will touch the storage bag.
Step 4 – Place the Tortillas in a Freezer Bag for Storing
Place the prepared tortillas back into the store packaging if it has a resealable top. If not, use a freezer safe zip top bag large enough to hold the tortillas.
Step 5 – Label and Date the Freezer Bag
Label and date the package before putting it in the freezer. It’s important to know how long they have been in the freezer.
How Long Can You Freeze Tortillas
The tortillas will last for 6-8 months in the freezer.
How to Defrost Tortillas
Once frozen, tortillas don’t take long to thaw out because they are thin. Here are two ways to defrost tortillas depending on how much time is needed before they are used.
How to Defrost Tortillas in the Refrigerator – Remove the number of tortillas needed and place them in the refrigerator. They will thaw in a few hours and can be used once thawed or within a few days.
How to Defrost Tortillas Fast – Use a microwave to quickly thaw frozen tortillas. Place tortillas on a microwave safe plate or wrap in a paper towel. Microwave for 20-30 seconds until the tortillas are thawed.
I hope you found this easy freezing method helpful. Don’t waste those expensive gluten free tortillas or let those flour tortillas go stale anymore.
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