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Most condiments go bad, but the duration of this process depends strongly on the kind of condiment. Most condiments should be stored in the fridge but that’s not always true. If you’ll store condiments properly they won’t go bad and will maintain their freshness for longer.
Agave nectar is a type of natural sweetener derived from the agave plant. While the benefits of using agave nectar are hotly debated, this sweetener remains popular among vegans and people who are watching their sugar intake. Does agave nectar go bad? Agave nectar is basically made of sugar, which is a natural preservative in […]
Does wasabi go bad? Wasabi is more than just a spicy condiment paired with sushi. It is an integral part of the Japanese culture! Wasabi is available in many forms so the shelf life will differ from product to product. Fresh wasabi, which is made from grated horseradish, has the shortest shelf life. Unless it […]
Are you watching your sugar intake? If say, you are watching your weight or you are simply trying to reduce your sugar intake, you might have come across a sweetener called xylitol. Xylitol is a type of sugar substitute derived from berries, fruits, and vegetables. This product may not be an actual sugar but it […]
Nori is a Japanese wrapper made from edible seaweed. This product is often used as an ingredient to sushi, maki, onigiri, and bowl topper. Nori is also used as a flavoring or garnish in soups, noodles, and stews. This product is made by pressing seaweed into sheets, a process that is similar to making paper. […]
Kimchi is a popular Korean condiment or side dish made with fermented vegetables, usually local cabbages and radishes. The vegetables are salted and seasoned with chili powder, jeotgal (salted seafood) and ginger so it is quite pungent and spicy. Does kimchi go bad? Technically, any type of fermented foods has already gone bad. This explains […]
Almost everyone has a collection of salad dressings scattered around their refrigerator. You don’t necessary want to eat Ranch, or Italian dressing every night of the week, after all. Of course, there always comes that time when you start to wonder if those bottles of dressing are still good. So, does salad dressing go bad? […]
No one in your household remembers buying a bottle of Worcestershire sauce, but yet there’s still one on the side of your refrigerator door. Maybe it was from your annual summer barbecue, but that was so long ago! Does Worcestershire sauce go bad, and how long will it last for? Does Worcestershire sauce go bad? […]
Using vanilla beans in place of an extract in a recipe can really enhance the flavor of a dish, but you can only make so many creme brulees, or batches of homemade ice cream! The question remains, do vanilla beans go bad, and how long do you have to use them? Do vanilla beans go […]
You haven’t made ice cream sundaes in forever, but somehow there’s a bottle of chocolate syrup in your fridge. Does chocolate syrup go bad, and how long do you have to use that unopened bottle on the bottom shelf of your pantry? Does chocolate syrup go bad? Though it will take quite a bit of […]
Barbecue Sauce is a condiment that is often used as a marinade or topping for meat. This meat, commonly chicken or ribs, is often cooked on a barbecue. Once the meat is reaching the required internal temperature, the sauce can be smothered on. There are many different varieties of BBQ sauce available in stores, but […]
