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Dairy 31

Whole Milk Fridge 5–7 days · Freezer 3 months
Skim / 2% Milk Fridge 5–7 days · Freezer 3 months
Greek Yogurt Fridge 1–2 weeks · Freezer 1–2 months
Regular Yogurt Fridge 1–2 weeks · Freezer 1–2 months
Butter Fridge 3 months · Pantry 1–2 weeks · Freezer 1 year
Cream Cheese Fridge 10–14 days · Freezer 2 months (texture changes)
Sour Cream Fridge 2–3 weeks
Heavy Cream Fridge 7–10 days · Freezer 3 months
Cottage Cheese Fridge 7–10 days
Hard Cheese (Cheddar, Swiss) Fridge 3–4 weeks · Freezer 6 months
Soft Cheese (Brie, Camembert) Fridge 1 week · Freezer 2 months
Parmesan (block) Fridge 2 months · Freezer 1 year
Shredded Cheese Fridge 3–4 weeks · Freezer 6 months
Half & Half Fridge 7–10 days · Freezer 3 months
Ricotta Cheese Fridge 5–7 days · Freezer 3 months
Mascarpone Fridge 3–5 days
Whipped Cream (canned) Fridge 3 months
Whipped Cream (homemade) Fridge 1–2 days · Freezer 2 months
Milk Kefir Fridge 2–3 weeks · Freezer 1 month
Condensed Milk (opened) Fridge 2 weeks · Freezer 3 months
Evaporated Milk (opened) Fridge 3–5 days · Freezer 3 months
Paneer (fresh) Fridge 2–4 days · Freezer 6 months
Curd / Dahi (homemade) Fridge 3–5 days · Pantry Up to 1 day (cool weather)
Curd / Dahi (store-bought, set, opened) Fridge 7–10 days
Khoya / Mawa Fridge 2–3 days · Freezer 1–3 months
Malai (clotted milk cream) Fridge 2–3 days · Freezer 1–3 months
Buttermilk / Chaas Fridge 2–3 days · Pantry Up to 1 day (cool weather)
Lassi (sweet/salted, homemade) Fridge 2–3 days · Pantry Up to 1 day (cool weather) · Freezer 1–2 months
Shrikhand Fridge 5–7 days · Freezer Up to 3 months
Processed Cheese Cubes / Spread (opened) Fridge 2–3 weeks · Freezer 6 months
Ice Cream (Opened Tub) Freezer 2–3 months (opened)

Condiments 67

Ketchup Fridge 6 months · Pantry 1 month
Mayonnaise Fridge 2 months
Yellow Mustard Fridge 1 year · Pantry 2–3 months
Dijon Mustard Fridge 1 year · Pantry 2 months
Hot Sauce Fridge 1 year · Pantry 6 months
Soy Sauce Fridge 2 years · Pantry 1 year
BBQ Sauce Fridge 4 months · Pantry 1 month
Ranch Dressing Fridge 3 months
Caesar Dressing Fridge 2 months
Balsamic Vinegar Fridge 3+ years · Pantry 3+ years
Worcestershire Sauce Fridge 1 year · Pantry 1 year
Sriracha Fridge 2 years · Pantry 1 year
Olive Oil Pantry 2 months after opening
Vegetable Oil Pantry 3 months
Maple Syrup Fridge 1 year · Pantry 1 month (room temp) · Freezer 2 years
Honey Pantry Indefinitely
Jam / Jelly Fridge 6 months · Freezer 1 year
Peanut Butter Fridge 3 months · Pantry 3 months · Freezer 1 year
Almond Butter Fridge 3 months · Pantry 1 month · Freezer 1 year
Fish Sauce Fridge 2 years · Pantry 1 year
Oyster Sauce Fridge 6 months · Pantry 2 months
Teriyaki Sauce Fridge 1 year · Pantry 3 months
Tahini Fridge 3 months · Pantry 1 month
Hoisin Sauce Fridge 1 year · Pantry 2–3 months
Salsa (jarred) Fridge 1 month · Freezer 3 months
Hummus Fridge 5–7 days · Freezer 4 months
Guacamole Fridge 2–3 days · Freezer 3 months
Cream-based Pasta Sauce Fridge 3–5 days · Freezer 3 months
Tomato Pasta Sauce (jarred) Fridge 7–10 days · Freezer 3 months
Coconut Milk (canned, opened) Fridge 4–5 days · Freezer 3 months
Miso Paste Fridge 1 year · Freezer 1 year
Curry Paste Fridge 1–2 weeks · Freezer 3 months
Vanilla Extract Pantry Indefinitely
Ghee (clarified butter) Fridge 1 year · Pantry 6–9 months · Freezer 1–2 years
Mango Pickle (oil-based achaar) Fridge 1–2 years · Pantry 6–12 months
Lime / Lemon Pickle (oil-based) Fridge 1–2 years · Pantry 9–12 months
Mixed Vegetable Pickle (oil-based) Fridge 6–12 months · Pantry 2–3 months
Ginger-Garlic Paste (homemade) Fridge 1–2 weeks · Freezer 4–6 months
Ginger-Garlic Paste (jarred, opened) Fridge 4–8 weeks · Freezer 4–6 months
Mint / Pudina Chutney (fresh) Fridge 2–3 days · Freezer 1–2 months
Coriander / Dhania Chutney (fresh) Fridge 2–3 days · Freezer 1–2 months
Coconut Chutney (fresh) Fridge 1–2 days · Freezer 2–4 weeks
Tomato Chutney (cooked) Fridge 5–7 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Tamarind Paste / Concentrate (opened) Fridge 3–6 months · Pantry 1–3 months · Freezer 9–12 months
Garam Masala (ground) Pantry Up to 1 year · Freezer Up to 3 years
Sambar Powder Pantry 9–12 months · Freezer Up to 3 years
Rasam Powder Pantry 9–12 months · Freezer Up to 3 years
Chaat Masala Pantry Up to 1 year · Freezer Up to 3 years
Atta / Whole Wheat Flour Fridge 3–4 months · Pantry 1–3 months · Freezer Up to 1 year
Maida / Refined Flour Fridge Up to 1 year · Pantry 3–6 months · Freezer 1–2 years
Besan / Gram Flour Fridge Up to 6 months · Pantry 1–3 months · Freezer Up to 1 year
Rava / Sooji (semolina) Fridge Up to 1 year · Pantry 3–6 months · Freezer 1–2 years
Basmati Rice (raw, uncooked) Pantry 2–3 years (white) · Freezer Indefinite (pest control)
Toor / Arhar Dal (dry) Pantry 6–12 months · Freezer 1–2 years
Moong Dal (dry) Pantry 6–12 months · Freezer 1–2 years
Poha (dry, flattened rice) Pantry 6–9 months · Freezer Up to 1 year
Papad (dry, uncooked) Pantry 6–12 months
Kimchi (Opened Jar) Fridge 3–6 months
Pesto Sauce (Opened / Fresh) Fridge 5–7 days · Freezer 3–4 months
Tzatziki Fridge 3–5 days
Queso Dip Fridge 3–4 days
Baba Ganoush Fridge 3–5 days
Chimichurri Sauce Fridge 1–2 weeks · Freezer 2–3 months
Nutella / Chocolate Hazelnut Spread Pantry 6 months (opened)
Pico de Gallo (Fresh Salsa) Fridge 3–4 days
Canned Tomatoes (Opened, Refrigerated) Fridge 5–7 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Protein Powder (Dry) Pantry ~1 year (best-by)

Leftovers 78

Cooked Chicken Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 4 months
Cooked Ground Beef Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3–4 months
Cooked Fish Fridge 2–3 days · Freezer 3 months
Pizza Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 2 months
Cooked Pasta Fridge 3–5 days · Freezer 2 months
Soup / Stew Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3 months
Cooked Rice Fridge 4–5 days · Freezer 6 months
Hard-Boiled Eggs Fridge 1 week (in shell)
Casserole / Bake Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3 months
Cooked Vegetables Fridge 3–5 days · Freezer 3 months
Takeout (general) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3 months
Fried Rice Fridge 4–5 days · Freezer 6 months
Stir-Fry Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3 months
Curry (chicken, vegetable) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3 months
Chili Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 4–6 months
Mashed Potatoes Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 1 month
Roasted Vegetables Fridge 3–5 days · Freezer 3 months
Pancakes / Waffles Fridge 3–5 days · Freezer 3 months
Quiche Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3 months
Mac and Cheese Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 1–2 months
Burgers (cooked patties) Fridge 2–3 days · Freezer 3 months
Tacos / Burritos (assembled) Fridge 2–3 days · Freezer 3 months (unwrapped)
Bone Broth / Stock (homemade) Fridge 3–5 days · Freezer 6 months
Deviled Eggs Fridge 2 days
Cooked Dal (toor / moong) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3 months
Sambar Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3 months
Rasam Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3 months
Rajma (cooked) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3 months
Chole / Chana Masala (cooked) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3 months
Paneer Curry (e.g. paneer butter masala) Fridge 2–3 days · Freezer 1–2 months
Vegetable Biryani (cooked) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3 months
Idli (cooked) Fridge 1–2 days · Freezer 1 month
Idli / Dosa Batter (fermented, refrigerated) Fridge 3–5 days
Chapati / Roti (cooked) Fridge 3–5 days · Pantry 1 day (wrapped, cool weather) · Freezer 1–2 months
Paratha (plain, cooked) Fridge 2–4 days · Pantry 1 day (wrapped, cool weather) · Freezer 1–2 months
Poha (cooked) Fridge 1–2 days
Upma (cooked) Fridge 2–3 days
Khichdi (cooked) Fridge 2–3 days · Freezer 1–2 months
Curd Rice (cooked) Fridge 1–2 days
Dry Vegetable Sabzi (e.g. aloo, bhindi) Fridge 2–3 days
Sushi Rice (Cooked, Plain) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Rotisserie Chicken (Store-Bought) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 4 months
Egg Salad Fridge 3–4 days
Pad Thai (Leftovers) Fridge 1–2 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Potato Salad Fridge 3–4 days
Chicken Salad Fridge 3–4 days
Tuna Salad Fridge 3–4 days
Lasagna (Cooked) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Coleslaw Fridge 3–5 days
Pulled Pork (Cooked) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Macaroni Salad Fridge 3–5 days
Overnight Oats Fridge 3–5 days
Chia Seed Pudding Fridge 4–5 days · Freezer 1–2 months
Chicken Noodle Soup (Cooked) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Beef Stew (Cooked) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Falafel (Cooked) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3 months
Bolognese Sauce (Cooked) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3–4 months
Spinach Artichoke Dip Fridge 3–4 days
Meatballs in Sauce (Cooked) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Gyoza / Potstickers (Cooked) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Crab Cakes (Cooked) Fridge 1–2 days · Freezer 1–2 months
Shepherd's Pie (Cooked) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 2 months
Shakshuka Fridge 1–2 days
French Onion Soup (Cooked) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Bone-In Ham (Cooked) Fridge 5–7 days · Freezer 1–2 months
Pho (Leftovers) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Pasta Salad Fridge 3–5 days · Freezer 3 months
Chicken Wings (Cooked) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3–4 months
Ramen (Cooked, With Broth) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Fresh Spring Rolls (Vietnamese) Fridge 2–3 days · Freezer 1 month
Shawarma (Leftover Meat) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Quesadillas (Cooked) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Enchiladas (Casserole-Style) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Burrito Bowls (Rice + Toppings) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Caesar Salad (Assembled) Fridge 1–2 days
Cooked Oatmeal / Porridge Fridge 4–5 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Cooked Quinoa Fridge 5–7 days · Freezer 8–12 months
Cooked Lentils (Plain) Fridge 3–5 days · Freezer 2–3 months

Meat & Fish 18

Raw Chicken Fridge 1–2 days · Freezer 9 months (pieces)
Raw Ground Beef Fridge 1–2 days · Freezer 3–4 months
Raw Steak / Roast Fridge 3–5 days · Freezer 1 year
Raw Fish / Seafood Fridge 1–2 days · Freezer 3 months
Raw Shrimp Fridge 1–2 days · Freezer 6 months
Bacon Fridge 1 week (opened) · Freezer 1 month
Deli Meat (sliced) Fridge 3–5 days · Freezer 1–2 months
Hot Dogs Fridge 1 week (opened) · Freezer 1–2 months
Raw Eggs Fridge 3–5 weeks · Pantry 2 weeks (unwashed) · Freezer 1 year (beaten)
Smoked Salmon (opened) Fridge 5–7 days · Freezer 3 months
Canned Tuna (opened) Fridge 2–3 days
Canned Chicken (opened) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 3 months
Sausage (raw, pork) Fridge 1–2 days · Freezer 1–2 months
Cooked Sausage / Bratwurst Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 1–2 months
Lamb Chops (raw) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 9 months
Sushi (Raw Fish) Fridge 1–2 days
Beef Jerky Fridge 1–2 months · Pantry 1–2 months (opened) · Freezer 1–2 months
Ceviche Fridge 1–2 days

Produce 29

Leafy Greens (bagged) Fridge 5–7 days
Spinach (fresh) Fridge 5–7 days · Freezer 1 year (blanched)
Strawberries Fridge 5–7 days · Pantry 1–2 days · Freezer 1 year
Blueberries Fridge 1–2 weeks · Pantry 1 day · Freezer 1 year
Apples Fridge 4–6 weeks · Pantry 1–2 weeks · Freezer 1 year (sliced)
Bananas Fridge 2–5 days (ripe) · Pantry 3–5 days (yellow) · Freezer 3 months (peeled)
Tomatoes Fridge up to 10 days (ripe) · Pantry 2–5 days · Freezer 3 months
Carrots (cut) Fridge 2–3 weeks · Freezer 1 year (blanched)
Celery Fridge 1–2 weeks
Avocado (cut) Fridge 2–3 days · Freezer 2 months
Broccoli Fridge 3–5 days · Freezer 1 year (blanched)
Garlic (whole head) Fridge 3–6 months · Pantry 1–3 months · Freezer 1 year (minced)
Garlic (minced, opened jar) Fridge 3 months · Freezer 1 year
Onions (whole) Fridge 2 months · Pantry 1–2 months · Freezer 1 year (chopped)
Onions (cut/chopped) Fridge 7–10 days · Freezer 3 months
Potatoes Pantry 3–5 weeks · Freezer 1 year (cooked)
Mushrooms (fresh) Fridge 4–7 days · Freezer 1 year (cooked)
Bell Peppers (whole) Fridge 1–2 weeks · Pantry 4–5 days · Freezer 1 year (sliced)
Cucumber Fridge 5–7 days · Pantry 2–3 days
Zucchini Fridge 4–7 days · Pantry 2–3 days · Freezer 1 year (blanched)
Corn (fresh, shucked) Fridge 1–3 days · Pantry 1 day · Freezer 1 year (blanched)
Lemons / Limes Fridge 4–6 weeks · Pantry 1–2 weeks · Freezer 1 year (juice or zest)
Fresh Herbs (cilantro, parsley) Fridge 1–2 weeks · Freezer 6 months
Fresh Ginger (whole) Fridge 2–3 weeks · Pantry 1 week · Freezer 6 months
Tofu (Opened) Fridge 3–5 days · Freezer 3–5 months
Fruit Salad (Cut Mixed Fruit) Fridge 3–5 days
Canned Beans (Opened, Refrigerated) Fridge 3–4 days · Freezer 1–2 months
Frozen Vegetables (Opened Bag) Freezer 8–12 months
Frozen Berries (Opened Bag) Freezer 8–12 months

Beverages 16

Orange Juice Fridge 7–10 days · Freezer 1 year
Apple Juice Fridge 7–10 days · Pantry a few days (unrefrigerated) · Freezer 1 year
Wine (red, opened) Fridge 3–5 days · Pantry 1–2 days
Wine (white, opened) Fridge 3–5 days
Beer (opened) Fridge ~1 day
Kombucha Fridge ~1 month
Cold Brew Coffee Fridge 1–2 weeks
Sparkling Water Fridge 2–3 days (fizzy)
Oat Milk (opened) Fridge 7–10 days
Almond Milk (opened) Fridge 7–10 days
Soy Milk (opened) Fridge 7–10 days
Vegetable / Tomato Juice Fridge 7–10 days · Freezer 1 year
Brewed Tea Fridge 3–5 days
Brewed Coffee Fridge 1–2 weeks (cold brew) · Pantry best within hours
Flavored Milk (packaged, opened) Fridge 3–7 days · Freezer 2–3 months
Smoothie (Blended Fruit / Dairy) Fridge 1–2 days

Baked Goods 12

Bread (sliced) Fridge ~2 weeks · Pantry 5–7 days · Freezer 3 months
Muffins / Cupcakes Fridge 1 week · Pantry 2–4 days · Freezer 3 months
Cookies Fridge 2 weeks · Pantry 1 week · Freezer 6 months
Cake (frosted) Fridge 1 week · Pantry 1–2 days · Freezer 3 months
Sourdough / Artisan Bread Fridge up to 1 week · Pantry 3–4 days · Freezer 3 months
Bagels Fridge ~2 weeks · Pantry 4–5 days · Freezer 3 months
Tortillas (flour, opened) Fridge 1 month · Pantry 1–2 weeks · Freezer 6 months
Pita Bread Fridge 1–2 weeks · Pantry 4–5 days · Freezer 3 months
Pie (fruit) Fridge 3–4 days · Pantry 1–2 days · Freezer 6 months
Cheesecake Fridge 3–5 days · Freezer 3 months
Sourdough Starter Fridge 7–14 days
Tiramisu Fridge 2–3 days · Freezer 1 month

Household 6

Sunscreen (opened) Pantry 1 year (after opening)
Eye Drops Pantry 28 days (preservative-free)
Vitamins / Supplements Pantry 1–2 years
Ibuprofen / Aspirin Pantry 1–2 years past exp.
Hydrogen Peroxide Pantry 3 months (opened)
Hand Lotion Fridge 1 year · Pantry 6 months

How long does food last? All 257 foods.

🥛 Dairy 31

🫙 Condiments 67

📦 Leftovers 78

🥩 Meat & Fish 18

🥦 Produce 29

🍷 Beverages 16

🍞 Baked Goods 12

💊 Household 6