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Plant Protein
How to Store Tofu
Keep opened tofu submerged in fresh water in the fridge.
Best kept: Refrigerator
Pantry
Unopened shelf-stable: months
Fridge
Opened: 3–5 days
Freezer
Up to 5 months
How to store it
- •Once opened, store leftover tofu submerged in fresh water in a sealed container.
- •Change the water daily to keep it fresh.
- •Freeze tofu for a chewier, spongier texture that soaks up marinades.
Signs it has gone bad
- •Sour or tangy smell
- •Slimy surface
- •Discoloration (tan or darkening)
- •Bloated package
Pro tips
- •Frozen-then-thawed tofu is great for stir-fries.
- •Press tofu before cooking for better browning.
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