If you often use the same herb
If parsley regularly features in your cooking, a 250 g bag could suit your routine. Picard and E.Leclerc offer parsley in this size, so make sure you’re likely to use it all.
Who is each size best for?
If you cook irregularly
If you only occasionally make a recipe with a particular herb, a 50 g tub means less to keep in the freezer. Picard and Carrefour offer small packs of frozen herbs.
If you like to vary your recipes
If you switch between parsley, basil, chives and coriander, several small packs may suit your recipes better than one large bag of a single herb. These herbs feature in ranges from Picard, Carrefour and Auchan.
What should you look for?
When cooking one portion at a time, start by considering how often you use each herb, then think about how many varieties you want to keep in the freezer.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| Regular use of one herb | Compare the net weight of packs of the same herb and estimate how much you’ll use. Picard and E.Leclerc, for example, offer parsley in 250 g bags. | If I often add parsley to my meals, I want a pack size that suits this habit. Around 45% of consumers prioritise regularly using the same herb. |
| Small amounts to season with | Check the weight of the tub and how the herb is prepared, including whether it’s chopped or finely cut. | When I only use an herb from time to time, I’d rather take a small amount without leaving a large bag unused; this flexibility in portioning is a priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Variety in your recipes | Choose herbs that suit the dishes you usually make, and check how much freezer space you’ll need to store several products. | If I want to vary the seasoning from one meal to the next, I’d like to keep several different herbs. Around 22% of consumers prioritise variety. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Choosing 250 g just because of the pack size
If you only use an herb occasionally, some of the bag may go unused.
Save larger packs for herbs you use regularly. For an occasional recipe, consider a smaller size instead.
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Neglecting the cold chain
Freezing does not eliminate most micro-organisms, the Anses advises. Once a product has thawed, it must not be refrozen.
Following Anses guidance, pick up frozen food at the end of your shop, carry it in an insulated bag and put it in the freezer as soon as you get home.
Brands and ranges to know
Picard
Picard offers a range of frozen herbs and seasonings, including small tubs and a 250 g bag of parsley.
- A choice of different herbs lets you pick pack sizes to suit the recipes you make.
- Before choosing a large bag, consider whether you use that particular herb regularly.
Carrefour
The Carrefour Extra and Carrefour Bio ranges include frozen herbs and seasonings, including 50 g tubs.
- The products shown include parsley, chives and basil.
- Check which products are available at your store and for your chosen collection option.
E.Leclerc / Marque Repère Rustica
The Rustica range includes frozen parsley in 50 g and 250 g sizes.
- These two pack sizes let you choose according to how often you use parsley.
- Check the range available at your chosen store.
Auchan
Auchan offers frozen seasonings under its own brand, as well as DAREGAL and MAGDA products.
- The products shown include individual herbs and cooking seasonings in a range of pack sizes.
- Check what’s available at the store where you shop.
ALDI / ALL SEASONS®
ALDI offers ready-to-use frozen parsley from ALL SEASONS®.
- This product is worth considering if you’re looking for parsley that’s already prepared.
- Check the weight and pack instructions in store to find a size that suits you.
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Frequently asked questions
Should you choose 50 g or 250 g of frozen parsley when cooking for one?
Choose according to how often you use parsley: a 250 g bag is suitable for regular use, while a 50 g tub means you won’t need to keep a large amount for just a few recipes. Picard and E.Leclerc offer both sizes.
Can you take a small amount of frozen herbs for a single meal?
Yes, if the product comes in a format that lets you measure out the amount you need. Picard describes its chives as chopped and individually frozen, while Carrefour offers finely chopped organic parsley to sprinkle over food. Check the instructions on your chosen product for how to use and store it.
How should you transport and store frozen herbs?
Pick them up at the end of your shop, carry them in an insulated bag and put them in the freezer as soon as you get home, following Anses guidance. Don’t refreeze a product that has thawed. For storage temperature and how long to keep it, follow the instructions on the packaging.