kitchen question

[cjsmith]

How can one tell whether or not a package of tofu has gone bad?

Comments

[joedecker.livejournal.com]

It has the word "tofu" on it? ;)

[klwalton.livejournal.com]

*snerk*

[joedecker.livejournal.com]

Hey, at least you probably know the right answer. ;) Smart-assed was the only option I had!

[klwalton.livejournal.com]

I just look at the sell-by date :).

[cjsmith.livejournal.com]

Aw bummer. The sell-by date is last year sometime. I've had it frozen, but when we lost power, it partially thawed, so I stuck it in the fridge... and now I'm not sure whether I should just chuck it.

[klwalton.livejournal.com]

According to this site, http://www.gnc.com/health_notes/Food_Guide/Tofu.htm , frozen tofu should only be kept for three months. I'd chuck it :):).

[cjsmith.livejournal.com]

Aw crap. Well, my thanks. I'll do that.

[joedecker.livejournal.com]

This sort of implies what Tofu should look like if it's been frozen and still good, it also suggests a 5-month limit on freezing.

Buying & Storing Tofu

Tofu most commonly is sold in water-filled tubs, vacuum packs, or in aseptic brick packages. Tofu is usually found in the produce section of the grocery store, although some stores sell tofu in the dairy or deli sections. Tofu is sometimes sold in bulk in food cooperatives or Asian markets. Unless it is aseptically packaged, tofu should be kept cold. As with any perishable food, check the expiration date on the package.

Once the tofu package is open, leftover tofu should be rinsed and covered with fresh water for storage. Change the water daily to keep it fresh, and use the tofu within a week.

Tofu can be frozen up to 5 months. Defrosted tofu has a pleasant caramel color and a chewy, spongy texture that soaks up marinade sauces and is great for the grill.
(http://soyfoods.com/soyfoodsdescriptions/tofu.html#anchor695278) ()

[joedecker.livejournal.com]

That'd do it. :)

[mighty-sam.livejournal.com]

Methinks tofu has gone bad when you can see food growing on it.