Whether you’re buying two weeks of groceries at once, bulk buying for later, or just have your plans change on you, there’s always the chance you want to throw some meat in the freezer. We all know that there can be issues with refreezing something which has been defrosted, and meat is one of the scarier ones to deal with. But if you’re buying something that you assumed was fresh and then find out that it has been previously frozen, it can be difficult to know if you can then re-freeze it.
According to the USDA, it is safe to re-freeze fish that has been previously frozen, assuming that best practices have been followed. The fish needs to have been thawed in the refrigerator and should not be left out of refrigeration for more than two hours. Fishmongers should be following these precautions. When you buy your fish, you need to use a cool bag or ask your fishmonger for the fish to be packed in ice. Then, when you get it home, it should go right in the fridge or the freezer to help maintain a low temperature and prevent any bacteria growth.
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