Can you freeze Pistachios, shell or no shell?
Shelf Stable Foods
Pistachios, shell or no shell: 24 months in the freezer.
The FoodKeeper note for this storage method says: Freezing of this item provides no benefit.
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Safe Storage Table
| Storage method | FoodKeeper guidance |
|---|---|
| Pantry | No FoodKeeper time listed |
| Pantry after opening | No FoodKeeper time listed |
| Refrigerator | No FoodKeeper time listed |
| Refrigerator after opening | No FoodKeeper time listed |
| Refrigerator after thawing | No FoodKeeper time listed |
| Freezer | No FoodKeeper time listed |
| Package date pantry | 3 weeks |
| Package date refrigerator | 12 months Refrigeration of this item provides no benefit. |
| Package date freezer | 24 months Freezing of this item provides no benefit. |
Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeper Data. Direct JSON feed: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/shared/data/EN/foodkeeper.json.
FAQ
How long does Pistachios, shell or no shell last?
Pistachios, shell or no shell: 12 months in the fridge.
Can you freeze Pistachios, shell or no shell?
Pistachios, shell or no shell: 24 months in the freezer.
What should I do if Pistachios, shell or no shell looks or smells off?
Discard it. Storage times are guidelines, and USDA FoodKeeper notes can vary by item; when in doubt, throw it out.