When Does Venison Go Bad?
The Color of the Fresh Venison Is Brownish Dark Red, and If You Touch It, It Gives a Smooth Feel and Slimy Texture. but When the Venison Has Spoiled, It Shows...
The color of the fresh venison is brownish dark red, and if you touch it, it gives a smooth feel and slimy texture. But when the venison has spoiled, it shows a dark red color with a greenish shade. And the loose texture is also the sign and symptom of bad venison.
How long does it take for deer meat to spoil?
If the temperature is warmer, and the area is not too humid or rainy, then you might have as long as 12 hours; anything past that and you're pushing your luck significantly. If the temperature is cooler, then 24 hours is around the maximum amount of time you want to wait before the meat starts to spoil.
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How long does venison last in the fridge?
Store fresh raw venison in the refrigerator for no longer than three to five days ( USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, 2011, May). Use cooked venison that has been safely refrigerated within three to four days.