Do you have to refrigerate Worcestershire sauce after opening?

Worcestershire sauce is another condiment that certainly benefits from fridge-time but isn't necessary.
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Does Worcestershire sauce go bad if not refrigerated?

According to Does it Go Bad, Worcestershire sauce will not go bad if you do not refrigerate it if you use it up within a year. So, if you do a lot of cooking with this sauce and can easily use up a bottle within 6-12 months, you can store this condiment conveniently.
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How long is Worcestershire sauce good after opening?

What is this? For opened Worcestershire sauce, it can last up to a year when stored in the pantry. But you can enhance the period by storing it in the fridge, which can last up to three years. For unopened Worcestershire sauce, it can last up to five years after the best-by date.
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What happens if you don't refrigerate sauce after opening?

There's little risk in not refrigerating hot sauce even after its opened, thanks to two key ingredients, vinegar and salt, which act as preservatives for up to eight weeks after its opened.
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Does French's Worcestershire sauce need to be refrigerated after opening?

While French's® Worcestershire Sauce does not require refrigeration, for optimal flavor and shelf life, chefs can refrigerate after opening.
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What Happens If You Don't Refrigerate Worcestershire Sauce



Do I need to refrigerate ketchup?

Because of its natural acidity, Heinz® Ketchup is shelf-stable. However, its stability after opening can be affected by storage conditions. We recommend that this product, like any processed food, be refrigerated after opening. Refrigeration will maintain the best product quality after opening.
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Does mustard need to be refrigerated after it's opened?

According to French's, “The product will generally maintain good flavor quality for two to three months after that date, if refrigerated. While refrigeration will help maintain flavor, it's not necessary to refrigerate if you prefer to consume your mustard at room temperature.
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Does peanut butter need to be refrigerated?

An open jar of peanut butter stays fresh up to three months in the pantry. After that, it's recommended to store the peanut butter in the fridge (where it can maintain its quality for another 3-4 months). If you don't refrigerate, oil separation can occur.
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Does butter need to be refrigerated?

According to the USDA, butter is safe at room temperature. But if it's left out for several days at room temperature, it can turn rancid causing off flavors. The USDA does not recommend leaving it out more than one to two days. As such, Chad Galer, VP of Product Science and Food Safety at Dairy Management Inc.
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Does Kikkoman soy sauce need to be refrigerated after opening?

Yes, they should be refrigerated after opening to preserve their quality.
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What condiments need to be refrigerated?

Refrigerate After Opening

This also goes for chutneys, horseradish, chimichurri, pesto, mayonnaise, aioli, remoulade, tartar sauce, jams, jellies, relishes, and the ginger and wasabi that come with sushi.
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What is Worcestershire sauce made of?

Worcestershire gets its unique flavor from a combination of vinegar, molasses, anchovies, garlic, tamarind extract, chili pepper extract, sugar, and salt, along with other undisclosed "natural ingredients" (which purportedly include cloves, soy, essence of lemons, and pickles).
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Does Lea & Perrins need to be refrigerated?

Q: Refrigerate after opening? Optional. I use all the time and do not refrigerate after opening and never have an issue. This is Lea and Perrins original Worcestershire.
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Can you leave sauce unrefrigerated?

Condiments like soy sauce, vinegar-based hot sauces and honey shouldn't be refrigerated at all, according to MSN. Meanwhile, ketchup and mustard can be kept in the fridge, but won't be harmful if they're left out overnight, even if they've been opened.
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How do you store opened Worcestershire?

Once opened, worcestershire sauce is best kept in the refrigerator for longest shelf life but can also be kept in the pantry - just don't go back & forth keep it one place or the other.
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Can soy sauce stay unrefrigerated?

Answer: The best way to store soy sauce is refrigerated, especially if it stored for long periods of time. Unrefrigerated, it may lose some quality aspects, since refrigeration helps the flavor and quality characteristics remain at their peak for a longer period.
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Should eggs be refrigerated?

Freshly laid eggs need to be refrigerated immediately. Fresh eggs purchased from a farmers market need to be refrigerated as soon as you get home. Per USDA guidelines, eggs should be stored at 40 degrees F or below to help minimize the risk of Salmonella.
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Can you keep eggs unrefrigerated?

Without a cuticle, eggs need to be kept cold—not for the product itself, but to discourage bacterial growth in and on it. Conversely, eggs with their protective layers intact are much less likely to be infected by salmonella—at least on the inside—and because of this they don't need to be refrigerated.
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Should I refrigerate nuts?

Nuts. Nuts' fragile unsaturated fats can go rancid quickly. While that may not hurt your health, it can definitely be bad news for flavor. Keep nuts tasting fresh by stowing them in a sealed plastic or glass container in the refrigerator for four to six months.
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Should you refrigerate jelly?

Sealed jars of homemade preserves can also be stored at room temperature. Once the jam or jelly is opened, however, it is best to refrigerate them. Richard explains that this prevents mold and yeast from growing. If not refrigerated, opened jams and jellies are likely to spoil quicker.
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Is unopened expired peanut butter safe?

Peanut butter in a plastic jar at the supermarket usually has a sell-by date of about 18 months after it hits the shelf. Past this date, if it's unopened it's still perfectly good.
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Does honey need to be refrigerated?

Do not refrigerate honey. Keeping your honey in the refrigerator preserves it but the cool temperatures will cause your honey to form a semi-solid mass, so this method of storage is not recommended.
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Does maple syrup need to be refrigerated?

Maple syrup never spoils! This is due to the high concentration of sugar in maple syrup. Maple syrup should be kept in the refrigerator once it's opened so as to discourage mold from growing on the syrup. Should mold grow on maple syrup, it's safe and easy to remove.
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Does tomato sauce need to be refrigerated?

"Once opened, tomato sauce is generally microbially stable due to its low pH, so unless stated on the pack, refrigeration is not required. "However, refrigeration does no harm and will slow chemical and colour changes that over extended periods of time may alter the sauces sensory properties."
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