How Do You Know If Dates Have Gone Bad
Last Updated on October 18, 2022
How Do You Know If Dates Have Gone Bad?
Here’s what to look out for when dates go bad.
- The dates are discolored or moldy. I’m not talking about the white film that has a tendency to coat the outside of stale dates — that’s simply crystalized sugar that’s been pulled to the exterior as dates lose moisture. …
- They smell bad. …
- You find visitors in your dates.
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What happens if you eat old dates?
To date, there are no reliable studies that prove that eating spoiled dates cause any health risks. The only problem is that they will become tough, hard to chew, and too sweet if you keep them for too long. Keep in mind that dates are rich in fiber, potassium, and sugars.
What do Mouldy dates look like?
It looks like a black powder that is visible on the inside of the date. Fortunately a recent study done in Volkani Institute (Israel) showed that the variety of Aspergillus mold found in medjool dates is not producing toxins dangerous to humans.
Do Medjool dates go bad?
Dates typically last between a month and three months at room temperature and six months to a year if you refrigerate them. Softer varieties like Medjool don’t retain quality as long as semi-dry and dry ones. When to toss dates? Discard dates that are moldy, darkened, smell “funny,” or are infested by pantry bugs.
How long do dates stay good for?
Dates are best stored in the refrigerator in an air tight container to help them retain moisture. They can be stored up to 6 months in the refrigerator, but may lose moisture the longer they sit. Large quantities of dates can also be frozen for up to one year.
