How Long Does An Opened Package Of Tofu Last In The Fridge Or ...

How Long Does an Opened Package of Tofu Last in the Fridge or Freezer?

TOFU, COMMERCIALLY PACKAGED, SOLD REFRIGERATED - OPENED

Refrigerator Blue Arrow Blue Arrow 3-5 days Freezer Blue Arrow Blue Arrow 4-6 months (best quality)

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  • How long does an opened package of tofu last in the fridge or freezer? The exact answer to that question depends to a large extent on storage conditions - keep tofu refrigerated at all times.
  • How long does an opened package of tofu last in the refrigerator? After tofu is opened, it may be refrigerated for about 3 to 5 days.
  • To maximize the shelf life of opened tofu, place the tofu in a covered container and submerge the tofu in fresh water; change water daily.
  • Can you freeze tofu? Yes, to freeze: (1) Drain the water from the tofu; (2) Freeze tofu in covered airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags, or wrap tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil or freezer wrap.
  • How long does tofu last in the freezer? Properly stored, unopened tofu will maintain best quality for about 4 to 6 months in the freezer, but will remain safe beyond that time.
  • The freezer time shown is for best quality only - tofu that has been kept constantly frozen at 0°F will keep safe indefinitely.
  • How to tell if tofu is bad? The best way is to smell and look at the tofu: if tofu develops an off odor, flavor or appearance, or if mold appears, it should be discarded.

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