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

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

TOFU, COMMERCIALLY PACKAGED, SOLD REFRIGERATED - UNOPENED

Refrigerator Blue Arrow Blue Arrow 5-7 days after "sell by" date on package Freezer Blue Arrow Blue Arrow 4-6 months (best quality)

Shelf Life Tips

  • How long does an unopened 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 unopened packaged of tofu last in the refrigerator? Unopened tofu may be kept refrigerated for about 5 to 7 days after the "sell-by" date on the package if it has been properly stored.
  • To maximize the shelf life of tofu, do not open the package until ready to use.
  • 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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