Canned food is a great way to store food for long periods of time. It’s convenient, relatively inexpensive, and it usually has a long shelf life.
But what happens when you open a can? Can you keep the food in the can after opening it?
The short answer is yes, you can keep canned food in the can after opening. However, there are some important steps you should take to ensure that your food stays safe and edible for as long as possible.
1. Transfer the Remaining Food to an Air-Tight Container
The first thing you should do is transfer any remaining food from the can into an air-tight container. This will keep the food fresher for longer because it will be sealed off from oxygen, which can cause spoilage.
2. Store in the Refrigerator
Once your canned food is transferred to an air-tight container, you should store it in the refrigerator. This will slow down the growth of bacteria that could cause spoilage and make your food unsafe to eat.
3. Discard After Three-Four Days
Although canned food stored properly in an air-tight container and refrigerated can last for months or even years, once opened it should not be kept for more than three or four days before discarding.
Conclusion:
It is possible to keep canned food in its original container after opening it, but only if it is properly stored in an air-tight container and placed in the refrigerator. After three or four days, however, any remaining canned food should be discarded.