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Defrosting Tips &
Techniques
Preparation For Freezing
To Defrost
After Defrosting
Freeze meats, poultry and fish in packages with only 1 or 2 layers of food. Place
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wax paper between layers.
Package in heavy duty plastic wraps, bags (labeled For Freezer"), or freezer
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paper.
Remove as much air as possible.
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Seal securely, date, and label.
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Remove wrapper. This helps moisture to evaporate. Juices from food can get hot
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and cook the food.
Set food in microwave safe dish.
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Place roasts fat side down. Place whole poultry breast side down.
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Select power and minimum time so that items will be under defrosted.
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Drain liquids during defrosting.
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Turn over (invert) items during defrosting.
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Shield edges and ends if needed.
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Large items may be icy in the center. Defrosting will complete during standing
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time.
Let stand, covered.
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Rinse foods indicated in the chart.
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Items which have been layered should be rinsed separately or have a longer
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stand time.
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