Can You Freeze Food in Stainless Steel Containers?

Yes — steel freezes well and won't crack like glass. Here's how to do it right.
By Better Human Goods
1 min read

Yes — most solid stainless steel food containers are freezer safe, and steel handles the freezer better than many materials. It won't crack from the cold the way glass can, and it won't become brittle. That makes steel a great choice for freezing soups, leftovers, and batch-cooked meals.

Two practical tips: leave a little headspace at the top, since liquids expand as they freeze, and make sure the lid or seal can handle freezing too (food-grade silicone seals generally can). When you're ready to eat, thaw in the fridge and transfer to a microwave-safe dish to reheat, since steel can't go in the microwave. Otherwise, steel is one of the more durable, long-lasting ways to freeze food. More in steel vs. plastic.

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