Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about freeze-dried vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
How are freeze-dried vegetables used?
Freeze-dried vegetables are used by adding the product directly to food or to your favourite recipe when cooking. Freeze-dried vegetables are ready to use and add to dishes, and you don't have to chop the ingredients. Thanks to the resealable bag, you can use freeze-dried vegetables multiple times.
Can freeze-dried vegetables be added directly to food or used as is?
Freeze-dried vegetables can be added directly from the bag to food or your favorite recipe when cooking. Freeze-dried vegetables are ready to use and do not need to be heated, but we recommend heating the beetroot strips. The Finnish Food Authority recommends that beetroot be used only when thoroughly cooked.
Can freeze-dried beetroot strips be used as is?
The Finnish Food Authority recommends that beetroot be consumed only when properly cooked.
How does freeze-drying work?
In the freeze-drying method, the product is frozen and then dried with a freeze-dryer. During drying under vacuum, the water in the product sublimates from solid ice to water vapor, meaning the water in the frozen product does not melt in between. This ensures the product's structure remains good and the method gently preserves the nutrients in the product.
Does freeze-dried vegetable taste the same as fresh?
Freeze-dried vegetables are a dried product made from fresh vegetables, meaning they contain no water. The dried product has an intense flavor. Freeze-dried vegetables rehydrate when water is added to them.
How do I properly dose freeze-dried vegetables in food?
When portioning freeze-dried vegetables, the most important thing to understand is that even a small amount will add flavor to your food; you don't need precise measurements. You can be creative when portioning freeze-dried vegetables. Don't hesitate to experiment! If you are preparing a dish where freeze-dried vegetables are the main ingredient, then the product should be soaked in liquid for a short time. For example, use 1 part liquid to 2 parts product, and utilize the liquid you use (e.g., oat cream, cooking cream, water) also in your cooking.
How long do freeze-dried vegetables last unopened and opened?
Freeze-dried vegetables have a very long shelf life, lasting for years. The best-before date for our products is three years from manufacturing, when unopened. Once opened, the product maintains its quality well thanks to the resealable pouch, provided it is stored in a dry place. The product easily absorbs moisture, so it should be kept in a sealed pouch.
What are freeze-dried vegetables suitable for?
Freeze-dried vegetables are excellent for simplifying cooking when you want to effortlessly add vegetables to your meal. Freeze-dried vegetables bring flavor even in small amounts. Thanks to their excellent shelf life, they are also a convenient staple for your home and suitable for travel meals and cooking at the cottage, on a boat, or in a motorhome, as they store at room temperature and are light to carry.
Do freeze-dried vegetables retain their vitamins and other nutrients?
Yes, freeze-drying as a method preserves vitamins, taste, color, and other nutrients due to its gentle process. The process does not use high temperatures, which would typically destroy, for example, water-soluble vitamins in vegetables.
Do freeze-dried vegetables retain their vitamins and other nutrients when heated during cooking?
Freeze-dried vegetables retain their nutritional value extremely well, but as with fresh vegetables, vitamins and other nutrients are lost when food is heated, and freeze-dried products are no exception.
Where are your products manufactured?
Our products are made from organic vegetables grown in Haukivuori. The organic leek and organic kale are grown at Kalliolan Luomu's vegetable farm, and the organic beetroot and organic parsnip at Lietlahti Farm. Ease Organic Oy has the product manufactured by first peeling and chopping the organic ingredients in Haukivuori. Freeze-drying is carried out by a subcontractor, after which we send the products from Haukivuori to customers.