10 things whose expiry date is known to very few people

The packaged items have their expiry date written on them. But many other items like spices and rice are available in the market in open form. People think that they can be stored for a long time. But it is not so, these things get spoiled at a certain time.

 

A lot of information is given on the packaged food available in the market. What ingredients have been used to make it and the nutrients present in it, along with how long that thing can be used, which is called expiry date. But the things available without packets are also used only for a certain time.

 

There are many such open food items available in the market, which people do not use for a long time after buying them. Perhaps because people are not aware of its expiry date and they think that those things can be used for a long time. But this is not so. Everything has an expiry date. Let's know about 10 such things

 

 

Flour

People believe that flour can be stored for a long time. But this is not true. It can be stored for 6 to 8 months. But due to the essential oils of the grain, whole wheat flour gets spoiled faster. If there is a strange smell or a change in its taste, then it should be thrown away. Apart from this, before throwing away the flour packet, one must check the expiry date written on it.

 

Maple syrup

Maple syrup is used to make things like pancakes, waffles and French toast. Apart from this, it is also used for baking or cooking. But maple syrup is stored for a long time by filling it in a jar. For this, once this jar is opened, it can get spoiled in about two years. It can get moldy. To store it, close it in a tight box and keep it in the refrigerator.

Frozen Food

Frozen food is available in abundance in the market these days. It can be stored in the refrigerator for a long time and can be cooked whenever desired. It includes things like vegetables, fruits, ready-to-eat foods and meat. Frozen food bags of vegetables can be kept in the refrigerator for months, but for fresh-tasting peas, corn and carrots, eat them a few weeks after purchasing them. It has an expiry date written on it, but eating it after some time may spoil its taste.

canola oil

If stored properly, it can be stored for up to a year. But if not stored properly, it can spoil much before that. Keep it in a cool, dry place away from the stove, as hot environments can cause the oil to lose both its taste and aroma.

baking powder

People believe that salt and baking powder can be stored for a long time. Baking powder loses its leavening ability after about a year. Mix one teaspoon of baking powder in 1/2 cup of warm water. If it boils it means it is right, if not then you should not use it.

Dried spices

The shelf life of spices depends on whether they are ground or whole. Green spices and herbs such as celery and ajwain should be repurchased after one year, ground spices every two years, and whole seeds and peppercorns every three to four years.

Ketchup

The use-by date of ketchup is written on its packet. But its quality starts to deteriorate after about four to six months of opening. So to keep the taste of opened ketchup intact, keep it in the refrigerator and throw it away after the expiry date written on the bottle or packet.

Peanut Butter

Nowadays people like to eat peanut butter a lot. Natural peanut butter is the best. But after opening its box or packet, a difference in its taste can be seen after three months. Apart from this, it can be kept fresh for six months by storing it in the refrigerator.

Pickles

Many people like to eat pickles. But after a year, the taste of pickles can change. It can be stored in the right way. Because due to lack of oil or many other reasons, it can get moldy. Due to which a white or thick layer can appear on the pickle.

Rice

Rice cannot be stored in an oxygen-free environment at a temperature below 40° F. But rice should not be kept in an airtight container as it may get spoiled. To store rice, keep it in an airtight container. Such white rice can last for 1 to 2 years. On the other hand, brown rice remains good for six months. If they are kept in an open place, they can get spoiled quickly.