Does Mozzarella Go off?

Normally, a fresh unopened and refrigerated mozzarella cheese will last for about four to six weeks. If you've opened it, the mozzarella cheese should be refrigerated, and it shall last for a week. It might not go bad right after, but it definitely won't have the same taste.

How long does mozzarella last after expiration date?

Unopened and refrigerated: Up to three weeks beyond the use-by date, depending on refrigeration temperature, or, according to some experts, up to 70 days after the production date. Unopened and frozen: Between four and six months after the use-by date. Thaw in refrigerator and use within seven to 28 days after opening.

How do you know if mozzarella is bad?

Discard your fresh mozzarella if:
  1. It's moldy, or there are some discolorations on the surface. It grows mold much faster when it's not covered in liquid. ...
  2. It smells or tastes sour. Sour mozzarella equals old mozzarella. ...
  3. It's all dried out or hardened.
Alexander Ross

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