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Can You Refreeze Shrimp?

This page answers the common freezer question for shrimp.

Shrimp usually freezes well if it is packed airtight, cooled first when cooked, and thawed safely.
Pack flatFaster freezing and easier thawing.LabelDate and contents prevent waste.

Best method

  • Cool cooked food before packing.
  • Use a flat, airtight freezer bag or sealed container.
  • Label the date so it does not become a mystery item.

Thawing

Thaw in the fridge when possible. Reheat cooked leftovers until hot all the way through.

Skip freezing if

  • It sat out too long.
  • It already smells sour, rancid, or fermented.
  • The package was damaged or leaking.

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