{"id":2241,"date":"2022-05-27T16:31:11","date_gmt":"2022-05-27T08:31:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/?p=2241"},"modified":"2023-08-13T19:53:25","modified_gmt":"2023-08-13T11:53:25","slug":"what-happens-if-you-eat-expired-sauce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/what-happens-if-you-eat-expired-sauce\/","title":{"rendered":"What Happens If You Eat Expired Sauce"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66367bc9bc142\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/what-happens-if-you-eat-expired-sauce\/#What_Happens_If_You_Eat_Out-of-Date_Sauce\" title=\"What Happens If You Eat Out-of-Date Sauce?\">What Happens If You Eat Out-of-Date Sauce?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/what-happens-if-you-eat-expired-sauce\/#For_how_long_can_you_store_hot_sauce\" title=\"For how long can you store hot sauce?\">For how long can you store hot sauce?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/what-happens-if-you-eat-expired-sauce\/#What_is_an_expired_sauce\" title=\"What is an expired sauce?\">What is an expired sauce?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/what-happens-if-you-eat-expired-sauce\/#How_long_will_sauce_keep_in_the_fridge\" title=\"How long will sauce keep in the fridge?\">How long will sauce keep in the fridge?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/what-happens-if-you-eat-expired-sauce\/#For_how_long_will_spaghetti_sauce_be_fit_to_consume\" title=\"For how long will spaghetti sauce be fit to consume?\">For how long will spaghetti sauce be fit to consume?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/what-happens-if-you-eat-expired-sauce\/#Health_risks_of_eating_expired_sauce\" title=\"Health risks of eating expired sauce\">Health risks of eating expired sauce<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/what-happens-if-you-eat-expired-sauce\/#Can_I_eat_expired_sauce\" title=\"Can I eat expired sauce?\">Can I eat expired sauce?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/what-happens-if-you-eat-expired-sauce\/#Does_spaghetti_sauce_expire_if_opened\" title=\"Does spaghetti sauce expire if opened?\">Does spaghetti sauce expire if opened?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/what-happens-if-you-eat-expired-sauce\/#How_long_does_hot_sauce_last_once_its_opened\" title=\"How long does hot sauce last once it&rsquo;s opened?\">How long does hot sauce last once it&rsquo;s opened?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/what-happens-if-you-eat-expired-sauce\/#Can_you_get_sick_from_the_out-of-date_sauce\" title=\"Can you get sick from the out-of-date sauce?\">Can you get sick from the out-of-date sauce?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_If_You_Eat_Out-of-Date_Sauce\"><\/span>What Happens If You Eat Out-of-Date Sauce?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><strong>If the sauce has been stored in an air-tight container and kept away from heat, consuming it after the best-by date will not make you sick. It&rsquo;s better to rely on your senses &mdash; if the sauce smells and looks spoiled, eating it will lead to nausea, stomach ache, vomiting, and dizziness.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bacteria and moulds can grow in sauces if kept at room temperature, as these organisms prefer warm, humid conditions (such as inside hot sauce bottles). <strong>Sauces mostly stored at room temperature are very vulnerable to mould and bacteria growth. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To prevent bacterial growth, storing sauces in the refrigerator is recommended. <\/strong>Although they are not always preserved in a water bath, hot sauces are regularly bottled, and <strong>the anaerobic conditions in which they are stored favour the growth of Clostridium botulinum.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong><em>To learn about <a href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/how-to-preserve-vape-juice\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2068\">How To Preserve Vape Juice<\/a>, check out my article where I cover everything you need to know.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_how_long_can_you_store_hot_sauce\"><\/span>For how long can you store hot sauce?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A standard bottle of <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" title=\"hot sauce\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/can-hot-sauce-go-bad\/\">hot sauce<\/a> has a shelf life of 2 to 3 years and can easily be stored for several months past the expiration date on the label. You can store hot sauce for 9-12 months in the refrigerator and six months in the pantry; however, you&rsquo;re better off keeping the sauce warm by freezing it. If you&rsquo;re against refrigeration for any reason (hey, we don&rsquo;t judge), store it in a cool, dark place.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_an_expired_sauce\"><\/span>What is an expired sauce?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before diving into the effects of eating expired sauce, understand what we mean by &ldquo;expired sauce.&rdquo; Most sauces come with <strong>a &ldquo;best before&rdquo; or &ldquo;use by&rdquo; date,<\/strong> a recommendation from the manufacturer on when the product is at its best quality.<strong> After this date, the sauce may degrade in quality, flavour, and texture, but it doesn&rsquo;t necessarily mean it&rsquo;s unsafe to consume.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>However, if the sauce has passed its &ldquo;use by&rdquo; date or if it has been improperly stored, it can become contaminated with harmful bacteria, which can cause food poisoning.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong><em>By the way, if you&rsquo;re interested in <a href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/how-to-preserve-fresh-tomatoes\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2063\">How To Preserve Fresh Tomatoes<\/a>, check out my article on that.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-cool-to-warm-spectrum-gradient-background has-background\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Different Sauces<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Expiry<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Mustard sauce<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Hot sauce 9-12 months (in refrigerator)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Soy sauce<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2 to 3 years and can easily be stored for several months past the expiration date<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Chilli sauce<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">If the <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/benefits-of-ketchup\/\" title=\"ketchup\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">ketchup<\/a> contains meat, consume it within 2-3 days (of refrigeration)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Different sauces and their expiry.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_will_sauce_keep_in_the_fridge\"><\/span>How long will sauce keep in the fridge?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The sauce will stay in the refrigerator for 5 to 7 days at 35-40 degrees Fahrenheit or three months at 0 degrees Fahrenheit.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the ketchup is refrigerated, if it&rsquo;s a commercial sauce rather than a homemade one, it should be kept for another three months beyond the shelf life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If the ketchup contains meat, consume it within 2-3 days of refrigeration, as meat spoils faster than ketchup. Typically, homemade tomato sauce will keep for three to five days; however, if it does not contain cream or cheese, you can easily freeze it in an airtight 1-litre container.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_how_long_will_spaghetti_sauce_be_fit_to_consume\"><\/span>For how long will spaghetti sauce be fit to consume?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pastaevangelists.com\/blogs\/blog\/a-simple-guide-to-storing-pasta-sauce\" target=\"_blank\">stored<\/a> properly, unopened spaghetti sauce will generally retain its best quality for about 12-18 months,<\/strong> although when stored properly, it will usually remain safe to use afterwards. Throw away all spaghetti sauce from leaking, rusty, bulging, or badly damaged cans or packages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Spaghetti sauce that has not been opened and stored properly often retains its optimum quality for 12 to 18 months, after which it is safe to use. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>An unopened bottle of the highest quality chilli sauce will typically last 12 to 18 months if stored properly. The store-bought <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" title=\"cocktail sauce\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/can-cocktail-sauce-go-bad\/\">cocktail sauce<\/a> will keep unopened for about 1 year in the pantry and up to 2 years after the expiration date when refrigerated or frozen.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"CAN expired soy sauce make you sick?\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1Puk_L0mtiA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Watch this video to learn what happens if you eat Expired Sauce<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Health_risks_of_eating_expired_sauce\"><\/span>Health risks of eating expired sauce<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you consume expired sauce, there is a risk that it may contain harmful bacteria or other pathogens.<\/strong> The most common type of<strong> bacteria found in expired sauces<\/strong> is Clostridium botulinum, which can cause botulism, a potentially life-threatening illness.<strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Symptoms of botulism include blurred vision, difficulty swallowing, muscle weakness, and paralysis. In severe cases, it can lead to respiratory failure and death.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other bacteria found in expired sauce include Salmonella, Listeria, and E. coli, which can cause food poisoning. Symptoms of food poisoning include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and fever.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_eat_expired_sauce\"><\/span>Can I eat expired sauce?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>While we never recommend consuming anything past its &ldquo;use by&rdquo; date without first inspecting it for indications of deterioration, &ldquo;best by&rdquo; <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" title=\"dates\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" href=\"https:\/\/powerupcook.com\/can-dates-go-bad\/\">dates<\/a> aren&rsquo;t expiration dates, so there&rsquo;s a strong possibility your extra bottle of hot sauce is still edible.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_spaghetti_sauce_expire_if_opened\"><\/span>Does spaghetti sauce expire if opened?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>According to experts, pasta sauce can be stored in the fridge for 3 to 10 days after it has been opened. What exactly is this? Most shoppers use a food item&rsquo;s &ldquo;Best By&rdquo; or expiration date to determine when to discard it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long does hot sauce last once it&rsquo;s opened?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The super spicy ingredients of hot sauce make it last longer and have a super-long shelf life. Unopened hot sauce can be kept in the pantry for&nbsp;three to four years. An open bottle of hot sauce can be stored in the pantry for six months or in the refrigerator for one to two years, where it will remain fresher.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_get_sick_from_the_out-of-date_sauce\"><\/span>Can you get sick from the out-of-date sauce?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Food poisoning, vomiting, and diarrhoea can result from consuming expired sauce. Moreover, the expired sauce might not taste as intended due to changes in flavour and texture. The expired sauce would likely taste sour and have a distinct odour and mould growth. Hence it is advisable to avoid consuming sauce that has expired.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What Happens If You Eat Out-of-Date Sauce? 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