Video: How to Vacuum Seal Foods without a Vacuum Sealer

Step 1

Add water to a large pot or container.

Step 2

Place the food in a zip-lock bag, and arrange it in an single layer.

Step 3

Press out as much air as possible and seal all but one corner of the bag.

Step 4

Slowly place the bag into the water, and make sure everything below the zip-line is covered by water.

Step 5

Then seal the rest of the bag. The food is now vacuum-sealed for storage or sous vide cooking.