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Storage of Meats Poultry and Seafood
Questions about food storage, specifically proteins such as meats, poultry, and seafood.
2,359 Questions
By law what temperature should food in a fridge be kept?
It depends on the food. But food and safety laws state dairy should be kept at 40F or below.
How long can you keep stir fryed beef in the refrigerator?
Stir fried beef should be safe to eat within 4 to 5 days. Longer than that, it should be thrown out.
What is most important before putting raw meat in the fridge?
Always keep raw meat at the bottom of your fridge and covered. This ensures that should the meat leak, it doesn't leak over other foods.
Can you freeze ground ham for ham salad?
Yes you can, if you think of frozen pizza that has cooked ham on it, same situation. However, ham should be defrosted fully in the fridge.
Should you reuse a Ziploc bag that has had raw meat in it?
Yes! Ziplock bags are very effective when sectioning meat to be frozen.
They range in size depending on the hen that lays them.
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one of the most popular breeds for commercial egg producers is the white leghorn. A virtual egg machine and can produce medium,large,extra large and jumbo eggs.
Egg sizes:
Pee Wee 1.1 ounces
Small 1.5 ounces
Medium 1.75 ounces
Large 2.0 ounces
Extra large 2.25 ounces
Jumbo 2.5 ounces
You cooked some chicken it smells bad after cooking it what do you do?
What do you do? You throw it away! Bad chicken is bad news!
Infer the net force on a refrigerator if you push on the refrigerator and it doesnt move?
If an object is not moving, then the net forces working on it are zero. If there were a non-zero net force, the refrigerator would move in the direction the force was applied.
Where can you get all types of meat products in Madurai?
Sonia Proteins & Meat Shop, Annanagar & BB Kulam, Madurai. Contact Dr.Premkumar- 9842634811
For up to a year.
How lond does purchased fast food like burger king stay good in the refrigerator?
Most fast food is not designed to be kept in the fridge for later use, so the quality won't be very good if not eaten immediately. Leftovers stay "good" until the person eating it considers it no longer palatable. But there's no point in keeping it more than a day or two.
From a food safety viewpoint, handle fast food as any other. It should not be unrefrigerated for more than 2 hours, but less is even better.
How long does filet mignon stay good frozen?
Fish freezes very well. When stored properly in the freezer fish can last up to a year or more. Freezing is the best way to store meats.
How should frozen ground turkey be thawed?
In the refrigerator. Otherwise, the outside gets warm before the inside is defrosted.
Tip: Flatten fresh ground meat in the bag, empty it of air, fold it over, and freeze it. It will defrost in a short time so it is safe even on the counter for about half an hour or so.
Probably not. The refrigeration is designed to keep the product from breaking down in the jar, Refrigerated items should be kept refrigerated and should not be used after their expiration dates.
Can ice crystals form inside a vacuum sealed bag and not cause freezer burn?
No. A bag that has been vacuum sealed prevents moisture and air from getting to the food.
Do you need basic food hygiene to work with food?
Yes, if you are going to work with food commercially (ie selling food products), you must have a food hygiene certificate. Having it assures the public you know how to prepare and store foods properly and safely. You can take it at a local catering college etc, or online - see http://www.food-certificate.co.uk/
FROM THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY: Food handlers must receive appropriate supervision, and be instructed and/or trained in food hygiene, to enable them to handle food safely. Those responsible for developing and maintaining the business's food safety procedureson HACCP principles, must have received adequate training. The requirements for training should be seen in the context of the nature and size of the business. There is no legal requirement to attend a formal training course or get a qualification, although many businesses may want their staff to do so. The necessary skills may also be obtained in other ways, such as through on-the-job training, self-study or relevant prior experience. The operator of the food business is responsible for ensuring this happens.
How long can a spiral cut uncooked ham be kept frozen for?
Check your label! -I've NEVER heard of an UN-cooked spiral-cut ham...
On that label will be a company contact number...
Can you freeze cow tongue after it has been cooked?
Cooked cow tongue is perfectly good to freeze. The cooking process kills any microorganisms that might inherit the beef. Make sure to wrap it good so that it does not get freezer burn.
How long can cooked pork joint be frozen for?
Cooked pork joint can be frozen for as long as it remains in temperatures that keep it in such a state. However, the recommended amount of time to keep from freezer burn is two or three months in a freezer.
How long can you keep turkey meat from the Store refrig Case in the fridge?
Meats are kept better in the freezer. Meats can be kept in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days if raw and 1 to 2 days longer if cooked. Always place cooked meats in an airtight container.
What is the taste difference between cooked fresh chicken versus cooked frozen chicken?
Fresh chicken is much juicier than frozen chicken.
