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This article was co-authored by Jason Mayer. Jason Mayer is a Personal Chef based in Indianapolis, Indiana. He is a part of the United States Personal Chef Association, Indianapolis Business and Brews, and the New Jersey Chef Alliance. Chef Jason’s specialties include Asian Fusion, French, Greek, and various European cuisines. By working with farmers in the area, Chef Jason is determined to offer the freshest and best ingredients that he can for his clients in the Tri-Cities area of Indianapolis, Louisville, and Cincinnati. He offers a variety of services, including Private Home Dining, Cooking Classes, Weddings, Event Catering, and Restaurant Consulting. Before starting his personal chef business, he worked throughout the culinary world, including in fromageries, fine dining restaurants, in-home private dining, and 5 Diamond Hotels. There are 7 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. This article has been viewed 192,624 times.
Spinach is an amazingly versatile vegetable. Frozen spinach is cheap, widely available, and can be easily reheated to perfection over the stove or in the microwave. Additionally, frozen spinach can also be added to almost any savory dish to improve the nutritional qualities. Simply reheat the spinach, drain it well, and toss it into your favorite recipe just before serving.
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1 Set the frozen spinach on the stove. First, place a large frying pan over low or medium low heat. The pan should be large enough to easily accommodate all of the frozen spinach. Once the pan has warmed up, add the frozen spinach to the pan. The spinach will hiss slightly and release some steam.
If the spinach releases a large amount of steam or makes loud cracking sounds, your pan is too hot. Reduce the heat.
2 Reheat the spinach slowly. Stir the block of frozen spinach around the pan until it becomes tender. Once tender, use your cooking utensil to break the block into smaller chunks. [1]XResearch source As the spinach warms up, continue breaking apart the spinach to help it reheat faster. The whole process will take about four to six minutes. Your spinach will be done thawing when it’s limp and very warm to the touch.
Don’t worry if there’s a lot of liquid in the pan. You will drain this away later.
Avoid overcooking the spinach. Burned spinach has a very distinct flavor.
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3 Drain the hot spinach. Place a heat-proof colander into a clean sink. Pour the reheated spinach into the colander. As it drains, use a large spoon to press out as much of the liquid as possible.[2]XResearch source
If you want to reserve the cooking juices, place the colander into a large bowl or casserole dish before draining the spinach.
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Steaming Frozen Spinach in the Microwave
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1 Place the spinach in microwave safe bowl. Avoid using paper bowls, plastic Tupperware, or any bowls with metallic paint or trim. Instead, choose a glass or ceramic bowl.[3]XResearch source Additionally, the bowl should be large enough to easily contain all of the frozen spinach.
Some packages of frozen spinach ask you to keep the spinach in the bag while reheating. If so, place the bag on a ceramic or glass plate before putting it in the microwave.
2 Microwave the spinach. Follow the microwaving instructions on the package. If you can't find them, start by microwaving the spinach for one minute on high. If the spinach is not completely reheated, place it back in the microwave and heat it again in thirty second intervals.[4]XResearch source
Stir the spinach between heating intervals to evenly distribute the heat.
Check for doneness by carefully touching the spinach. Fully reheated spinach will be easy to stir and warm to the touch.
3 Drain the spinach. Place a clean dish towel in a large ceramic bowl. Next, pour the spinach over the dishtowel. Hold the edges of the towel together and lift the spinach away from the bowl. Squeeze the spinach tightly inside the towel to drain away all of the cooking liquid.[5]XResearch source
Let the spinach cool slightly before using this method. Otherwise, you may burn your hands.
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1 Serve the spinach as a side dish. Season the spinach to taste with salt, pepper, or your favorite spice blends. To create a creamier side dish, mix a tablespoon of butter into hot spinach and let it melt. Next, season the dish with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Other delicious seasoning options include:
Old bay seasoning blend
Lemon pepper
Garlic salt
Curry powder[6]XResearch source
2 Add spinach to your favorite recipes. You can stir reheated spinach into other recipes to add a nutritional boost. Spinach mixes well with hearty soups, meaty chili, any curry, tomato pastas, and more.[7]XResearch source Add the reheated spinach just before serving the dish to avoid overcooking the spinach.
Make sure the spinach is completely reheated and drained before adding it to another recipe. Otherwise, the spinach juices may water it down.
3 Make a baked spinach dip. Most baked spinach dip recipes call for frozen spinach.[8]XResearch source If you use fresh spinach in a baked spinach dip recipe, the dip will become watery and flavorless. However, you can drain frozen spinach while it thaws, controlling the amount of liquid in your baked dip.
Reserve the cooking liquid after you drain the spinach. Many baked spinach dip recipes have you add a few tablespoons back into the dip.
4 Replace blanched spinach with reheated spinach. You can add reheated frozen spinach to any recipe that calls for blanched spinach. In fact, reheated spinach is often a better option as it won’t water down your recipe.[9]XResearch source Some examples of blanched spinach recipes include:
Palak Paneer, a delicious Indian curry dish
Creamed Spinach
Spinach Pie
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Question I put spinach in my Nutriblast drinks, but I can't use it fast enough and throw a lot away. Can I freeze fresh spinach? Anna Johnson Community Answer Yes, you can. You might consider portioning the spinach for future smoothies as you put it in the freezer (like in multiple plastic bags) so that it's easier to take out and toss in the blender. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 0 Helpful 4
Question How do I cook thawed spinach? HumanBeing Top Answerer Add thawed spinach to any dish you are cooking two to three minutes before serving. To serve thawed spinach as a side dish, warm it in boiling water for ten minutes, then drain well before serving. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 1 Helpful 1
Question How do I make frozen spinach? I have a recipe that requires frozen spinach, and I only have fresh spinach. Vending Venue Ltd Jordyn Community Answer Wash and trim the spinach leaves. Blanch them by boiling for 1 to 2 minutes, then immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and squeeze out excess water using a clean towel or your hands. Pack the spinach into freezer bags, flattening the bags for easy storage, and freeze. Now you have frozen spinach ready to use in your recipe. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 0 Helpful 0
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Co-authored by: Jason Mayer Personal Chef This article was co-authored by Jason Mayer. Jason Mayer is a Personal Chef based in Indianapolis, Indiana. He is a part of the United States Personal Chef Association, Indianapolis Business and Brews, and the New Jersey Chef Alliance. Chef Jason’s specialties include Asian Fusion, French, Greek, and various European cuisines. By working with farmers in the area, Chef Jason is determined to offer the freshest and best ingredients that he can for his clients in the Tri-Cities area of Indianapolis, Louisville, and Cincinnati. He offers a variety of services, including Private Home Dining, Cooking Classes, Weddings, Event Catering, and Restaurant Consulting. Before starting his personal chef business, he worked throughout the culinary world, including in fromageries, fine dining restaurants, in-home private dining, and 5 Diamond Hotels. This article has been viewed 192,624 times. 26 votes - 83% Co-authors: 6Updated: February 19, 2026 Views: 192,624 Categories: Fruits and VegetablesArticle SummaryX
To prepare frozen spinach on the stove, place a large frying pan over low or medium-low heat. Once the pan has warmed up, add the frozen spinach to the pan. Stir the block of frozen spinach around the pan until it becomes tender, then use your cooking utensil to break the block into smaller chunks. As the spinach warms up, continue breaking it apart to help it reheat faster. Pour the reheated spinach into a colander and use a large spoon to press out as much of the liquid as possible. If you want to learn how to steam your spinach in the microwave, keep reading the article!Did this summary help you?YesNo
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1 Set the frozen spinach on the stove. First, place a large frying pan over low or medium low heat. The pan should be large enough to easily accommodate all of the frozen spinach. Once the pan has warmed up, add the frozen spinach to the pan. The spinach will hiss slightly and release some steam. 
2 Reheat the spinach slowly. Stir the block of frozen spinach around the pan until it becomes tender. Once tender, use your cooking utensil to break the block into smaller chunks. [1] As the spinach warms up, continue breaking apart the spinach to help it reheat faster. The whole process will take about four to six minutes. Your spinach will be done thawing when it’s limp and very warm to the touch. 
3 Drain the hot spinach. Place a heat-proof colander into a clean sink. Pour the reheated spinach into the colander. As it drains, use a large spoon to press out as much of the liquid as possible.[2] 
1 Place the spinach in microwave safe bowl. Avoid using paper bowls, plastic Tupperware, or any bowls with metallic paint or trim. Instead, choose a glass or ceramic bowl.[3] Additionally, the bowl should be large enough to easily contain all of the frozen spinach. 
2 Microwave the spinach. Follow the microwaving instructions on the package. If you can't find them, start by microwaving the spinach for one minute on high. If the spinach is not completely reheated, place it back in the microwave and heat it again in thirty second intervals.[4] 
3 Drain the spinach. Place a clean dish towel in a large ceramic bowl. Next, pour the spinach over the dishtowel. Hold the edges of the towel together and lift the spinach away from the bowl. Squeeze the spinach tightly inside the towel to drain away all of the cooking liquid.[5] 
1 Serve the spinach as a side dish. Season the spinach to taste with salt, pepper, or your favorite spice blends. To create a creamier side dish, mix a tablespoon of butter into hot spinach and let it melt. Next, season the dish with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Other delicious seasoning options include: 
2 Add spinach to your favorite recipes. You can stir reheated spinach into other recipes to add a nutritional boost. Spinach mixes well with hearty soups, meaty chili, any curry, tomato pastas, and more.[7] Add the reheated spinach just before serving the dish to avoid overcooking the spinach. 
3 Make a baked spinach dip. Most baked spinach dip recipes call for frozen spinach.[8] If you use fresh spinach in a baked spinach dip recipe, the dip will become watery and flavorless. However, you can drain frozen spinach while it thaws, controlling the amount of liquid in your baked dip. 
4 Replace blanched spinach with reheated spinach. You can add reheated frozen spinach to any recipe that calls for blanched spinach. In fact, reheated spinach is often a better option as it won’t water down your recipe.[9] Some examples of blanched spinach recipes include: 
Anna Johnson Community Answer Yes, you can. You might consider portioning the spinach for future smoothies as you put it in the freezer (like in multiple plastic bags) so that it's easier to take out and toss in the blender. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 0 Helpful 4 
HumanBeing Top Answerer Add thawed spinach to any dish you are cooking two to three minutes before serving. To serve thawed spinach as a side dish, warm it in boiling water for ten minutes, then drain well before serving. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 1 Helpful 1 
Vending Venue Ltd Jordyn Community Answer Wash and trim the spinach leaves. Blanch them by boiling for 1 to 2 minutes, then immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and squeeze out excess water using a clean towel or your hands. Pack the spinach into freezer bags, flattening the bags for easy storage, and freeze. Now you have frozen spinach ready to use in your recipe. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 0 Helpful 0 
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