Expiration & Storage Tips
When does Shrimp Stir Fry expire?
Shrimp stir fry is a meal that requires refrigeration and should be consumed as fresh as possible. After cooking, it should be eaten within 3-4 days. If unopened and purchased frozen, it can be kept in the freezer for up to 6 months past its printed date. Once it has been defrosted, it should be cooked immediately and not refrozen. If you have leftover shrimp stir fry after eating, make sure it is stored in the fridge within two hours of cooking, and consumed within 2 days to maintain quality and safety.
How do you tell if Shrimp Stir Fry is bad?
To check if your shrimp stir fry has gone bad, first look for any changes in color. The shrimp should maintain a pinkish hue rather than turning dull or darkened. Besides visual check, the smell of the stir fry is also a good indicator. If there are sour or off-putting smells, chances are the shrimp stir fry is no longer good. Lastly, if there are any signs of mold growth, it should be discarded immediately.
Tips for storing Shrimp Stir Fry to extend shelf life
• Always store your shrimp stir fry in an airtight container to prevent any cross-contamination.
• If you wish to keep it for longer, consider portioning out the stir fry into meal-sized containers before cooling and freezing immediately. This prevents thawing more than you need and potentially wasting the stir fruit.
• Before reheating the stir fry, defrost it completely in the refrigerator overnight instead of at room temperature to maintain its quality.