How to figure out if the sour cream is bad? Signs of sour products

Dairy products must be included in the diet. They are necessary for the normal functioning of the body. Sour cream is particularly beloved in this regard. But each product has its own expiration date and it must be respected.

Signs of spoiled sour cream

The main reference point is the smell. Sometimes you don't even need to taste it to know that the product is inedible. A rancid hue with a touch of bitterness appears. You can also tell if the sour cream is stale by its consistency. The whey is beaten off on top, the top layer bubbles, in neglected cases it turns yellow or gray, traces of mold are clearly visible. Such a product can only be thrown away.

Important: If only the first signs of spoilage are outlined, the product can be used, but only after heat treatment.

The consequences of eating sour products

The most basic - an upset stomach. But in susceptible people, you can observe full-fledged poisoning with nausea, vomiting, flatulence, cutting pain around the navel and other unpleasant signs. Consequences include acute pancreatitis, intestinal infection, and persistent gastrointestinal disorders. If the case is severe, it can even lead to hospitalization in an infectious disease ward.

What you can make from spoiled sour cream

When the shelf life has come to an end, you should not immediately throw away the product. You can no longer eat it in its unchanged form, but you can safely use it in cooking. Sour cream is included in recipes:

• stewed mushrooms;
• pastry;
• potatoes in pots;
• vegetable stew with zucchini;
• gravy;
• baked cauliflower;
• goulash;
• chicken stomachs with sauce;
• capelin;
• pancakes.

The main thing when using sour cream is to first taste it on the tip of the tongue. If pronounced bitterness, the product is forbidden for use without options.

Shelf life and conditions

The shelf life depends on the type of product. Village homemade unpacked sour cream is stored for up to 3 days. In the sealed store product can stand for longer.

In the refrigerator.

In accordance with GOST requirements, the storage period at +6-8 degrees does not exceed 14 days if the packaging is undamaged and no preservatives in the composition. Opened container guarantees the quality only in the first 3 days.

Without Refrigerator

At room temperature ageing time is no more than 24 hours. It is advisable to check the appearance and smell again before consuming.

Can I freeze?

No obstacles, but note that the consistency and flavor will change. With deep freezing preservation is extended up to six months. If the store packaging is opened, it is desirable to put the product in a glass or ceramic container with a tightly lapped lid.

It is best to observe the shelf life and recommended storage conditions. When this failed, then there is no need to rush and throw away the product, it can be added to various dishes, but eating without heat treatment is no longer recommended.