How long does thai curry paste last opened in the fridge?

[IndyGirl]

Just curious :) Thanks.

[weezycom]

I agree with freezing it. I put it in plastic wrap & roll it up into a skinny log, and then I can just snap off what I need.

[Sam Fujisaka]

If you don't consume it all, you can leave it for your descendants.

[IndyGirl]

:) again, good to know. Not feeling all that great so my creating will wait until tomorrow, but still good that I don't have to buy more!

[RIChowderhead]

Forever may not be accurate, but it's got to be close. I had about a 4 oz. plastic container (the paste came in a bag in the container) of Panang curry paste that I would use from time to time. It must have lasted for 5 years.

[IndyGirl]

awesome. Thanks everyone! Sounds lke seared scallops and red coconut curry is a go :)

[personalcheffie]

I would open a can for a thai red curry/chicken dish I make for clients. I would put the rest in a small plastic container, and I swear, it would still be fine a year later, after several uses. The recipe calls for a tablespoon of the stuff per recipe.

[Miss Needle]

You can also store the paste in the freezer.

[IndyGirl]

Well, mine is in a glass jar. It's been a good while, though. I couldn't specify how many months but I'd say at LEAST six.

I guess I should just sniff it? I am a bit of a food safety nut. I also think that I ahve always used clean spoons,so that shouldn't be an issue.

Further thoughts? If the verdict is no, I'll have to run to the store. Gr.

[personalcheffie]

Forever.

[IndyGirl]

OH, goody. :) That makes me happy!

[tunapet]

Good question IndyGirl... I have often wondered if the stuff in my fridge is still ok too! I just got up, went to the fridge, and took a sniff. Seemed ok but then I don't remember what is smelt like when it was freshly opened either. By the way, that was opened well over a year ago!

[orangewasabi]

a looooong time. if it's in a tin, take it out of the tin. if it's in a bag, pop it in zip lock and get the air out. should last a few months.

[MaspethMaven]

I've had mine in the fridge for about 4 months. Like other things, keeping it from cross contamination helps. Clean spoons do wonders for saving condiments.