Looking for ideas for Chopmix (to retain freshness)

[natv]

What kinds of things should I consider adding to chopmix when I mix and freeze it to ensure it stays freshest when served?

For example, on my last batch I added some lemon juice, but I'm thinking there is probably some other things I can add for this purpose.

I work all day and he doesn't eat it all at once so he'll eat from the bowl again before I get home, so I want to make sure to keep as much bacteria away from the food.


Thanks

 

[Featheredsamurai]

I don't add anything to retain freshness, what works fantastic for me is making sure there is no air present in the chop before it goes in the freezer When I take out a bag to be defrosted it smells great and has no discoloration or issues with freshness other than the damage that freezing inflicts upon some of the nutrients.

 

[Kalidasa]

Orange also contains citric acid which will retard mold for a bit longer

 

[natv]

I use a Foodsaver to pack weekly portions and freeze them. I'm mainly trying to find some natural preservatives so when it's in his bowl all day until I get home it stays as fresh as possible.

 

[laurend]

I pack mine in baggies that will last for 3-4 days at a time and freeze the rest. I've never had issues with it going bad!

 

[natv]

Mine doesn't go bad in the fridge or freezer either. i just want to know of there is anything I should. (maybe more lemon or apple cider vinegar) to ensure bacteria wont grow on it when it's in his bowl all day. I leave for work early in the morning and I know he doesn't eat all his food at once, he'll go back hours later and eat more.