Shelf Life Tips
- How long does salsa last once opened? The precise answer depends to a large extent on storage conditions — to maximize the shelf life of opened salsa, keep it refrigerated and tightly covered.
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How long does salsa that was sold unrefrigerated last in the fridge once opened? Salsa that was sold unrefrigerated will keep for about 1 month in the fridge after opening, assuming continuous refrigeration.
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To further extend the shelf life of opened salsa, freeze it: to freeze salsa, place inside covered airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags.
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How long does salsa last in the freezer? Properly stored, salsa will maintain best quality in the freezer for about 2 months, but will remain safe beyond that time.
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The freezer time shown is for best quality only — salsa that has been kept constantly frozen at 0° F will keep safe indefinitely.
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How can you tell if opened salsa is bad or spoiled? The best way is to smell and look at the salsa: if the salsa develops an off odor, flavor or appearance, or if mold appears, it should be discarded.
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