Expired panko bread crumbs
A couple of days ago, I used some expired panko bread crumbs (expired by at least 5 months) for chicken tenders. They had this bad stale oil smell to them and I decided to take a risk. They had previously been opened but I'm very careful in closing them back up and storing them in a cool dry place.
As the first step of the recipe, I lightly fry the panko bread crumbs in a little oil and that removed that bad oil smell instantly. The chicken tenders smelt and tasted fine as well.
I read this and it says that bread crumbs don't spoil, the thing is though that it definitely smelt pretty bad. So, is the stale oil smell or the expiry something to worry about?
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That "stale oil" smell was probably the small amount of fats in the crumbs going rancid and forming butyric acid. I usually do not cook with anything that smells bad, my thought is that it just isn't worth the risk, but risk tolerance varies.
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Last but not least, it's time to taste the breadcrumbs for the final verdict. If the breadcrumbs have taken on a sour taste, discard them. If the breadcrumbs have turned dry, hard, or their texture crusty, their quality has degraded, but they're still safe to use.How long are panko breadcrumbs good for after expiration date?
If kept away from moisture, which leads to mold, they can last up to 6 months. Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. If stored properly, they may even last longer, though do check for mold or a worrisome smell to judge if bread crumbs have gone bad.Can I use out of date panko breadcrumbs?
Typically, a few weeks past their \u201cbest by\u201d date, the quality of the breadcrumbs may have degraded, and they may start to become stale. This can mean a dry, hard texture and a lack of flavor. If this is the case, they may not be as palatable, but are probably safe to consume.How long are breadcrumbs good after expiration date?
Properly stored, a package of dried bread crumbs will generally stay at best quality for about 8 to 10 months. To maximize the shelf life of opened dried bread crumbs, keep package tightly closed.How long can you keep panko breadcrumbs?
How to store panko breadcrumbs. Panko breadcrumbs are a type of dry breadcrumb that can last for at least 6 months at ambient temperatures. Keep them in an airtight container and away from moisture. If you live in a particularly humid area, keep the panko breadcrumbs in the fridge or freezer to prolong their life.What is panko, and why is it so much better than other breadcrumbs?
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I use panko bread crumbs, but not that often, so they end up sitting around on the shelf for long periods of time. I've never noticed any kind of smell or staleness about them.
You don't say if the package had been previously opened or not. If it was, it's possible that the breadcrumbs were exposed to something in your kitchen which then sat in the package for a long time and ended up giving the bad smell to them.
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