Expiration & Storage Tips
When does Hamburger Steak expire?
When stored properly, a hamburger steak in your refrigerator should stay good for 1-2 days uncooked and up to 4 days cooked, assuming it was fresh when you bought it. If you freeze it, a hamburger steak can last up to 3-4 months with its quality still intact.
How do you tell if Hamburger Steak is bad?
To tell if a hamburger steak has spoiled, first check the color. If it's turning green or gray, it's probably bad. The smell is another giveaway. If it has a sour or off smell, then it's time to throw it out. Finally, if any sort of mold has developed, it's certainly bad.
Tips for storing Hamburger Steak to extend shelf life
• Keep the hamburger steak in the coldest part of your fridge, generally the very back of the bottom shelf. This is where it will stay the coldest, as cold air drops.
• If you won't eat it in the first 2 days, it's better to freeze it as this significantly extends its shelf life.
• Store in airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags to deter freezer burn especially when stored for the long term.
• To defrost, it's best to move it to the fridge for a day before you plan to use it, this allows it to defrost slowly and retain its texture. You can defrost in the microwave if in a hurry but this can change its texture.