How Long Can You Keep Frozen Shrimp in a Freezer at Home?

Up to Six Months

According to the Federal Citizen Information Center, frozen shrimp will keep between three to six months. Some companies stamp frozen seafood with an expiration date, according to the Clemson Cooperative Extension. Frozen shrimp should be used before the expiration date.

You Might Be Able To Keep It Longer

Freezing shrimp is a matter of maintaining quality rather than preventing spoilage. It can be kept indefinitely as long as it stays frozen, according to Clemson University Cooperative Extension. After six months, however, the taste and texture of frozen shrimp deteriorates.

Bottom Line

To preserve the quality of frozen shrimp, the shrimp should be stored no longer than six months. The Clemson Cooperative Extension also says the frozen shrimp should be kept at a temperature of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below.

References

• Clemson Cooperative Extension: Safe Handling of Seafood
• Clemson Cooperative Extension: Freezing Meats & Seafood
• Federal Citizen Information Center: Food Safety

Resources

• U.S. Food and Drug Administration: Fresh and Frozen Seafood: Selecting and Serving it Safely