Why is there such a short expiration date on herbs?!
This cumin powder I have suposedly spoils early 2011, pepper grains spoil in two years-ish as well!.
I thought dried herbs could last decades!?
What about salt, if kept dry, couldn't I keep that for years!?Www@FoodAQ@Com
I thought dried herbs could last decades!?
What about salt, if kept dry, couldn't I keep that for years!?Www@FoodAQ@Com
Answers:
Because all herbs contain a certain amount of natural oils and oils will go rancid and change the flavor of your herbs/spices when not used or exposed to air!.
BTW, salt is not an herb it's a mineral and will not spoil!. Dried herbs have much longer shelf lives than fresh!.Www@FoodAQ@Com
BTW, salt is not an herb it's a mineral and will not spoil!. Dried herbs have much longer shelf lives than fresh!.Www@FoodAQ@Com
They don't "spoil" per se, they get stale and lose their essence!. If you want the best, strongest and freshest taste from your herbs you should use them within 2 years of opening the containers!. Www@FoodAQ@Com
READ the label or call the company or email them!. Any of these questions can be best answered that way!. 2011 is still a ways away!. My cumin is used within 6 months since I do like to cook!.Www@FoodAQ@Com