Out of Date Vine Leaves - are they safe to eat? [duplicate]

I bought vacuum packed vine leaves quite some time ago. Stupidly didn't get round to using them so they are still in the fridge. They are well passed their sell by date of March 2011. Should I just bin them or do you think they are still fine to use? I think they look okay...

Thanks very much for your help!

Kate

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Best Answer

They may be safe but they are certainly not guaranteed to be safe. see How long can I store a food in the pantry, refrigerator, or freezer.

Besides safety they have likely lost all consistency and won't taste well. You're propensity to prevent food waste is admirable, in this case however, it's best to bin them or better yet, compost them in a flowerpot (if they're not in acid or something).

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How long can vine leaves last?

If using fresh grape leaves: wash them very well and blanch them in boiling hot water. Remove from water using a slotted spoon and place them in a colander to fully cool and drain. Leftovers: Store properly in the fridge in a tight-lid, refrigerator-safe container for 3 to 4 days.

Can I use expired grape leaves?

GRAPE LEAVES, COMMERCIALLY CANNED OR BOTTLED \u2014 UNOPENED Properly stored, an unopened can of grape leaves will generally stay at best quality for about 3 to 5 years, although it will usually remain safe to use after that.

How long do stuffed vine leaves keep?

Make Ahead: Stuffed, unbaked dolmas can be wrapped and frozen for up to 3 months. Cooked, cooled dolmas can be refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

What vine leaves can you eat?

Only the young leaves of Vitis labrusca are considered edible, and are said to have a 'pleasant acid flavour' when cooked and used as greens or wrapped around other foods and then baked where they impart a pleasant flavour.

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