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As mentioned, cooked beef brisket<\/a> can last up to four days in the fridge<\/a>. However, this does depend on the temperature of your refrigerator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your refrigerator is on the higher end – 35 to 40 degrees F, then four days is about as long as you can push it.<\/p>\n\n\n On the other hand, if you store brisket in a refrigerator environment less than 34 F, it may remain good for a little longer. The same rule applies for storing raw meat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Related Reading<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sure, you have your answer to how long does smoked brisket last, but you are probably wondering if you can push the time limit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Can you eat brisket that has been left in the fridge for a week?<\/p>\n\n\n\n I would advise you against eating brisket that has been stored in the refrigerator for this long. This is especially true if your fridge isn’t very cold and you can’t guarantee at what temperature the brisket has been stored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Related Reading<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Make sure to finish up all of your smoked brisket before the four days are up. Therefore, if you have a lot of leftovers, you need to come up with a plan to use them all up accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The good news is that there are so many different ways to use leftover brisket. From using it as a main dish to making sandwiches, or using it for taco meat, or adding to salads, the options are endless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Since it can be tricky to know just how long smoked beef brisket can last in the fridge, I am going to show you how to spot signs of spoilage:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The biggest indicator<\/a> that smoked meat has gone bad is the sour smell. The leftover brisket may have a rancid odor or smell off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In general, if the cooked meat smells bad or odd in any way, it is best to toss it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The next clue is discoloration or any change in appearance in the meat. If you notice gray, green, or white patches on the leftover smoked brisket, then it could mean that mold has set in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Remember, don’t sniff any patches that you may think are moldy. Mold releases spores that can be breathed in and cause illness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Finally, when was the brisket stored? If it was more than five days since it was placed in the refrigerator, discard it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I just want to say that you should never taste the beef brisket – or any smoked meat – to determine whether it is good or not. This can lead to food poisoning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now, I know that it can be sad to throw out that brisket that you worked so hard on. However, if there is any doubt in your mind about the leftover brisket, make sure to toss it. It isn’t worth the risk of food poisoning!<\/p>\n\n\n\n As you can imagine, freezing brisket can help to prolong its freshness. However, how long does smoked brisket last in the freezer?<\/p>\n\n\n\n It can be kept in the freezer<\/a> for up to two months at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n I do want to remind you that just because frozen brisket will be good for around 2 months doesn’t mean that you should let it sit in the freezer for this long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Frozen brisket tends to lose both its taste and texture the longer that it is left in the freezer. Due to this, I would advise you to consume frozen brisket within a month or two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Like you, I grew up believing that you should never put hot food in the fridge. It was only I went to culinary school, though, that I realized that this was a myth<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No, you shouldn’t put piping hot food in your refrigerator. This will bring the overall temperature inside the fridge down and put all the foods there at risk of spoilage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, you shouldn’t wait for your brisket to get to room temperature before you store it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The rule of thumb is that you shouldn’t leave your brisket out for more than 2 hours after smoking meat before refrigerating it or freezing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I also like to make sure that it is loosely covered during this time if you are leaving out on the countertop. Or, store it in your oven until you are ready to refrigerate it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now, after smoking meat, you may have quite a bit of leftovers. In this case, you are probably going to need to divide the larger chunk up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whenever possible, though, try to keep the sections as large as possible. I find that this maintains the texture of the brisket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can place the brisket in shallow airtight containers for the best results. Or, wrap tightly in plastic wrap or heavy duty aluminum foil. Make sure to create a proper seal around them so that no other odors can leak in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Then, place the brisket in the coldest part of the fridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I like to write the date of storage on the container or wrapping. This lets me know how long the brisket will be good for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To store brisket in the freezer, place large chunks in an airtight container. Or, use heavy duty freezer bags. I wouldn’t suggest aluminum foil for this method of storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In case you are using freezer bags, make sure to squeeze out as much air as possible from the bags before sealing them tightly. This will help to prevent freezer burn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once again, write down the date of storage before freezing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"food](\"https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/food-stored-in-the-fridge.jpg\")
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Is Week Old Brisket Safe to Eat?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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How Long Can You Eat Leftover Brisket?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How Can You Tell if Brisket is Spoiled?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What If You Freeze Smoked Beef Brisket?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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How to Refrigerate Brisket Properly?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How to Freeze Brisket?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How to Thaw Frozen Meat?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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