I disagree - there is no need to deseed them. Seeds of all kinds freeze in the winter, yet they manage to germinate and grow in the spring. A few years ago there was a rash of people insisting that frozen seeds would not sprout, so I tried a little experiment. I had pods that had been in my freezer for at least six months so I pulled some out and harvested the seeds. Yep, every last one of them germinated, and I ended up with 48 plants that year. So do what is most convenient for you.Â
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If you're not already aware, fresh pods that are frozen (regardless of whether they were frozen whole or cut open) will have a mushy texture when thawed. That's fine if you're planning on making sauce with them, or using them finely chopped. However, for me dried pods are a better alternative, as I prefer their texture when rehydrated (vs frozen and thawed) plus I can make them into powders. So consider your end goal in mind when decided whether to freeze or dry.