JAKARTA - Processing frozen food requires a special technique so that the results remain delicious and nutritious. One of the main keys is the right disbursement or thawing process.
Avoid frying the food in freezing immediately because it can make the outside quick while the inside is still cold.
Let food melt slowly at room temperature, or if you want to be faster, soak in normal temperature water with a tight wrapper. This helps maintain the softness and natural taste of the food. In addition, use an waterproof container once the packaging is opened to maintain the quality and freshness of the ingredients.
MasterChef Indonesia Giovanni Vergio, better known as Chef Gio, also shared various practical tips about frozen food processing in a cooking demonstration session at the Alim Frozen Indonesia booth at the Jakarta Fair Kemayoran (JFK) 2025.
In processing frozen food, Chef Gio highlighted the importance of the process of disbursing ingredients before cooking. According to him, this technique greatly determines the final results of the dishes made.
"Don't go directly fried in frozen condition. It's better to leave it at room temperature, or soak in ordinary water with closed packaging. This can keep the food texture quiet and evenly mature," explained Chef Gio as quoted by ANTARA.
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He also emphasized the importance of proper storage after frozen food packaging is opened. Foods that have been exposed to the air should not be stored for too long in the freezer because they can reduce the quality and safety of consumption.
Use an airproof container and you should spend it in a few days. This is not only a matter of taste, but also about food safety," he said.
Chef Gio also advised not to hesitate to add additional spices when processing frozen food. Although frozen food products usually already have sufficient taste, creativity in cooking is still needed to suit personal tastes.
If you want variation, you can try adding local spices. For example, frozen chicken can be processed into geprek chicken or sambal matah. Just add homemade chili sauce, practical but still rich in taste," he added.
Chef Gio's presence was part of a series of Alim Frozen Indonesia events at the 2025 meeting which lasted until July 13. Not only Chef Gio, visitors also had the opportunity to witness the appearance of two other Indonesian MasterChef: Chef Jerry Andrean on June 28 and Chef William Gozali (Willgoz) on July 5.
In closing the series of events, musician and culinary lover Iwa K is scheduled to have a special cooking session directly at the Alim Frozen booth on July 13, 2025.
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