Since dehydrated celery shrinks into such small pieces because of its high water content, you may wonder if it's even worth the time and effort. It's true that the pieces are small, but the flavor is big. Dehydrated celery pieces are perfect for throwing into soups or stews to add flavor. A pot of soup or stew only needs a few pieces, so a little goes a long way.
Step 1
Wash the celery under cool, running water until all the visible dirt and residue is removed.
Step 2
Place the celery pieces on top of a cutting board.
Step 3
Cut off the celery tops with a clean, sharp knife.
Step 4
Cut away any bruised or blemished pieces on the celery.
Step 5
Cut each celery stalk into 1/2-inch slices.
Step 6
Lay the celery pieces evenly on the dehydrator trays.
Step 7
Place the dehydrator trays into the appliance's base unit.
Step 8
Put the lid on the dehydrator.
Step 9
Switch the temperature control to the appropriate dehydrating temperature based on the dehydrator's instructions. Most dehydrators have a temperature setting between 130 and 145 degrees Fahrenheit, which the manufacturer recommends for dehydrating celery.
Step 10
Plug the dehydrator's power cord into an electrical outlet. The dehydrator should start automatically unless it has a power button. Switch the power button on, if your model has one.
Step 11
Dry the celery until it appears dry and brittle. It should feel crisp and have no pockets of moisture.
Tips and Warnings
- Process dehydrated celery into a powder to make celery salt. If you don't have a dehydrator, use the sun or your oven to dry the celery.
Things You'll Need
- Cutting board
- Knife
