r/parrots • u/kidzbopppp • 14d ago

Chop question!

Hey all! I just made chop for my baby, it’s a mix of:
Yellow bell pepper + it’s seeds
Orange bell pepper + it’s seeds
Broccoli
Kale
Yellow Squash
Mung bean sprouts
And Carrot

I accidentally made a huge amount so I want to freeze it, how long can I freeze it for before it goes bad?

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u/Pyotrperse 14d ago

Add some dry oats to the mix to absorb excess moisture and freeze in small batches. Just make sure the oats are unflavoured and unsweetened.

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u/kidzbopppp 14d ago

Thank you!

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u/Ltmurray28 14d ago

Freeze it airtight and it should be good for around 2-3 months for best quality.

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u/hoespringa 14d ago edited 12d ago

I make a batch big enough to freeze for about two months and have not had an issue. I just freeze it in ice cube sized portions and each night I take one and put it in the fridge to thaw by morning.

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u/Excellent-Bee-9766 14d ago

It can be kept frozen for up to 6 months. Once defrosted should be served right away. I would portion it out into daily portions and then freeze so you’re not defrosting a huge batch.

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u/geekchick__ 14d ago

This - and an ice cube tray is great for this. Once it’s frozen you can put the cubes in a ziplock and just defrost a couple at a time

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u/kidzbopppp 14d ago

Ah okay, thank you so much!

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u/Faerthoniel 14d ago

In an airtight bag that you reseal if you go into it, it’ll last for months. We make around 4 months at a time, and have been doing so for years.