Does store-bought salsa have an expiration date/shelf life after being opened? [duplicate]

So I like salsa, but don’t eat enough of it to use it all in a few days. In general, does store bought salsa—that is stored in the supermarket on open shelves without temperature control—go bad even if refrigerated after opening?

I’ve personally used store bought salsa a few weeks after opening and it smelled fine and there was no sign of mold. Was this an error on my part because I’ve never gotten sick from that stuff; just want a more informed answer if possible.

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Best Answer

Like all shelf stable foods, it's fully packed with preservatives... And how long it lasts after being opened, that generally depends on the processing and preservatives in the product.

Being on the safer side, I'd say, even after opening and kept sealed airtight, within 1-2 weeks you should be done with it. But I'm sure, the manufacturer has the right information, written somewhere on the jar...

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Quick Answer about "Does store-bought salsa have an expiration date/shelf life after being opened? [duplicate]"

Like all shelf stable foods, it's fully packed with preservatives... And how long it lasts after being opened, that generally depends on the processing and preservatives in the product. Being on the safer side, I'd say, even after opening and kept sealed airtight, within 1-2 weeks you should be done with it.

How long is an open jar of salsa good for?

Salsa: 5-7 days (sold refrigerated), 1 month (sold unrefrigerated)

Does store-bought salsa have an expiration date?

Store-bought refrigerated salsa most often comes with a \u201cuse by\u201d date. As long as you keep it unopened, it should easily last like 5 days past that date. It's a rough estimate, of course. Once you open the container, you should finish it within 5 to 7 days.

How long does Tostitos Salsa last after opening?

How long does Tostitos salsa last after opening? Tostitos salsa sauce, much like normal jarred salsa sauce is safe to store in the refrigerator two weeks after opening.

What happens if you eat old salsa?

Yes, eating bad salsa can make you sick because of the bacteria that has started to grow in it. If you eat bad salsa you could develop symptoms of food poisoning including fever, stomach cramps, nausea and vomiting, chills, and diarrhea.

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