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How Long Does Frozen Cooked Shrimp Last?

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10-12 months (best quality)

How long does frozen cooked shrimp last? The precise answer to that question depends to a large extent on storage conditions - keep cooked shrimp frozen at all times.
Properly stored, frozen cooked shrimp will maintain best quality for about 10-12 months in the freezer, although it will usually remain safe to eat after that.
Is frozen cooked shrimp safe to eat after the expiration date on the package? Yes, if properly stored - commercially frozen cooked shrimp will typically carry a “Best By," "Best if Used By," “Best Before”, or "Best When Used By" date but this is not a safety date, it is the manufacturer's estimate of how long the cooked shrimp will remain at peak quality.
How long will frozen cooked shrimp remain safe to eat? Frozen cooked shrimp that has been kept constantly frozen at 0°F will keep safe indefinitely, as long as it has been stored properly and the package is not damaged.
How long can you safely leave frozen cooked shrimp at room temperature? Frozen cooked shrimp should be discarded if left for more than 2 hours at room temperature, as bacteria grow rapidly at temperatures between 40 °F and 140 °F.
How to tell if frozen cooked shrimp is no longer good? If dry spots or discoloration have developed on the frozen cooked shrimp, freezer burn has begun to set in - this will not make the cooked shrimp unsafe to eat, but it will harm the texture and taste.

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