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Learn if your shrimp is safe to eat with these quick tips
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So, you’re in the mood for a buttery shrimp scampi or a honey garlic shrimp bowl—and we don’t blame you! That sounds absolutely delicious. But there’s only one problem: your shrimp. You pull it out of the fridge, and it looks…questionable. How do you know if it’s okay to eat or should be thrown out? Take a look at our guide below to learn how to tell if shrimp is spoiled and how to ensure it stays fresh for as long as possible.
How to Tell if Shrimp Is Spoiled
Your shrimp likely isn’t safe to eat if it has a fishy, sour smell, looks slimy or soft, and has a dull or dark color. To avoid this, ensure the seafood is stored correctly and consumed or frozen within 1 to 2 days of purchasing.
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- Cook shrimp to an internal temperature of 145 °F (63 °C) to avoid eating raw shellfish. [23] X Trustworthy Source US Food and Drug Administration U.S. government agency responsible for promoting public health Go to sourceThanks
- If your shrimp in the fridge or freezer shows any of the signs of spoilage as described above, do not consume it and throw it out.Thanks
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