Seafood
Sardines
Fridge (4°C / 40°F)
2 days once opened
Freezer (−18°C / 0°F)
Not recommended
Pantry / counter
3–5 years unopened
Store it right
- Transfer leftovers to a sealed container with their oil.
- Store unopened tins away from heat.
Signs it has gone off
- Rancid, paint-like smell.
- Bulging tin.
- Mushy grey flesh.
Never taste food to test it — a small bite is enough to make you ill.
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