This is a great kitchen tip for How to make Freezer Diced Potatoes from all those potatoes you have that might go bad if you do not use them right away. Or in my case I got yukon gold potatoes on clearance at the store, so I needed to cook them right away or freeze the potatoes. Of course I set out to freeze them for future recipes because I already had my weekly menu plan set. Best of all this recipe is naturally gluten free and Whole 30 compliant too! It is a great way to save money instead of by buying the processed frozen version.
How to make Freezer Diced Potatoes
- Peel two pounds of potatoes (or whatever amount you want to work with). Cut the potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
- Simmer the diced potatoes in salted water until just tender (about 5 minutes).
- Spray a sheet pan with non-stick cooking oil and spread cooked potatoes in a single layer on the pan.
- Place the pan of diced potatoes in the freezer for 30 minutes, this is flash freezing. (you must do this step or the potatoes will freeze into one lump
- Transfer the frozen potato cubes to freezer bags or containers to use as needed.
Kitchen Tip – Russet potatoes, Yukon Gold potatoes and Red potatoes freeze better than other potatoes . You can also use this method for sweet potatoes. They freeze well. I keep all the cut potatoes in a large bowl filled with salted water until ready I am ready to process (cook) them. Place the salted water in large stock pot bringing to a full boil before adding the potatoes to blanch before freezing. When you are ready to use after freezing, cook them frozen, do not thaw. The potatoes will turn brown if you try to thaw them. Always flash freeze them before placing into storage bags or containers. If not you will have a huge solid “lump” of potatoes. If you do not simmer the potatoes in water they will turn brown or discolor after freezing. However they are still fine to eat.
If you are new (or even experienced) to freezer cooking you may enjoy these posts:
How to Freezer Cook Series – Part 1 – Sample Menu and Getting Started
How to Freezer Cook Series – Part 2 – Why Does Freezer Cooking Work
How to Freezer Cook Series – Part 3 – Planning Your Meals
How to Freezer Cook Series – Part 4 – Tips and Tricks for Freezer Efficiency
How to Freezer Cook Series – Part 5 – What Can You Freeze?
How to Freezer Cook Series – Part 6 – Freezer Storage
How to Freezer Cook Series – Part 7 – Tips for Thawing Your Meals
How to Freezer Cook Series – Part 8 – Make Your Own Freezer Pancakes
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Can you do this with sweet potatoes?
Yes! Works so well!
What temperature and length do you cook them at from out of the freezer?
You just cook them frozen. You can fry or bake.
Can you leave skin on potatoes?
Yes, you an.
I’m going to try this with bell pepper and onions for home made potatoes obrien. Thanks for the idea and info!
I don’t see an answer to the question about how long to cook them right out of the freezer and at what temperature. Can you please advise?
I’d assum cooking them until they are done, though it wouldn’t take as long as fresh would take. It’d also depend on how you cook them, steaming, boiling, frying, baking will all have different times. Just keep an eye on them until done to your personal liking for what ever method of cooking.
Are these able to be mashed after they come out of the freezer if i boil them a couple mins longer?
Oh yes!
I assume it would also work to cut into fries?? I can’t do soy and all the frozen fries at the store have soy in them. Thanks!
Yes, it does!
Would the frozen cubed potatoes be good to add into soups, potpies, or other casserole type dishes?
Yes, for sure!
Cooking these now and as they’ve thawed in the pot they are spongy…did I do something wrong?
You do NOT thaw them. Cook them from frozen.
Just a question about seasoning. I usual toss my diced potatoes in olive oil and spices before cooking, how do you recommend this for frozen? Before or after cooking?
I would do the same!