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Fresh chicken is usually stored, stored in the refrigerator for later use. However, if you do not know how to preserve it, it will lose its freshness and nutritional value. So, please refer to the preservation method below.
1. Storage time of fresh chicken in the refrigerator
The most common way to preserve raw chicken is in the refrigerator, however, depending on the storage location is the refrigerator or freezer, the storage time will vary. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the time to store fresh poultry meat in general and chicken in particular in the refrigerator is as follows:
Cooling compartment (0 - 5 degrees Celsius): from 1-2 days. Freezer: up to 9 months. However, make sure that the meat is properly stored at a safe temperature.
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2. How to store raw chicken in the refrigerator?
Proper preservation of raw chicken will ensure the nutritional value and taste of the meat, and at the same time limit food poisoning due to spoiled, rancid meat. How to preserve raw chicken in the refrigerator includes the following steps:
Step 1 - Wrap the meat thoroughly: Before wrapping the meat and storing it in the refrigerator, it is necessary to wash the chicken and put it in a sealed container to avoid contamination. cross between raw foods. You can wrap several layers to prevent the chicken from freezing, changing its taste, color and dehydration. Thus, when it is processed, it will no longer taste good. Step 2 - Maintain the refrigerator temperature: Fresh chicken meat, after being carefully wrapped, is placed in the refrigerator neatly. If storing in the freezer, it is necessary to adjust and ensure the temperature is maintained at -25 degrees Celsius. Pay attention to check the temperature so as not to affect the quality of preserved meat. Step 3 - Organize the refrigerator: To maintain the temperature of fresh chicken, the arrangement of the refrigerator is also very important. Avoid cramming too much food, instead use food containers to divide and save space in the refrigerator. Step 4 - Pay attention to the storage time: Although raw chicken can be stored in the freezer for up to 9 months, it's best to use it within 1 month, because then the meat will still taste good. Fresh and delicious with nutritional value. Therefore, it is necessary to pay attention to the storage time of meat, should label and record the storage date to know which meat should be used first and used later.
3. How to store raw chicken without refrigeration?
If there is no refrigerator or unfortunately there is a power outage, we can also preserve raw chicken outside by washing and then drying. Then keep the chicken in a cool, dry place with a mosquito net or table cage to keep out dust and insects.To eliminate the smell of chicken, can be seasoned with salt or other spices. In addition, chicken can be pre-processed by frying, frying, heating in the microwave, then keeping it in a dry place to keep the meat longer.
4. Defrost raw chicken properly
Fresh chicken stored in the freezer compartment when taking out for use also needs to be defrosted properly to ensure the nutritional value and taste of the meat. There are many ways to defrost food that you can refer to, for example:
Microwave defrost: Put the meat in a microwaveable utensil (plastic container, glass bowl) and choose the recipe. defrost degree. This method is quick but often loses flavor and does not retain the full nutritional value of the meat. Defrost with water: Put raw chicken in an airtight bag (zip bag) and place in a full bucket of water to thaw slowly. This method takes a long time, but the meat retains its flavor and nutrition. However, care should be taken not to use hot water to save defrosting time, as hot water can increase the risk of bacteria growth. Defrost in the freezer: Take fresh chicken from the freezer and put it in the cooler, you can put the box or bag of meat stored in the freezer in a larger bowl or box so that when defrosting, the outside ice melts. It will not affect other foods that are also stored in the refrigerator. This method takes a long time, but the taste and nutritional value of the meat is most guaranteed.
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5. Signs of damaged raw chicken
After taking out fresh, preserved chicken meat from the refrigerator and before processing and using it, it is necessary to check for signs of color, taste and texture of meat to ensure that the meat is not spoiled. Body:
Color: Fresh chicken is pink, and spoiled chicken will be purple-green, with gray-green mold spots. Taste: Raw chicken has a pleasant smell, while spoiled chicken often has a foul, sour, very unpleasant smell. If the chicken has been marinated with spices, it is necessary to check the taste more carefully to avoid the situation of spoiled meat that is overwhelmed by the smell of the seasoning. Texture: Fresh chicken has elasticity and firmness, while damaged chicken is usually soft, with a viscous, mucilaginous exterior. Knowing how to preserve raw chicken will help housewives store meat longer while preserving the taste and nutrition of meat when processing and using.
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