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How long does jicama last?
A whole jicama keeps 4 months in a cool dry pantry and 2–3 weeks in the fridge — the pantry is its real home, as long as you keep it dry.
Pantry, from purchase
How long does it keep?
| Pantry, from purchase | 4 months |
|---|---|
| Fridge, from purchase | 2–3 weeks |
- Pantry, from purchase: 1-2 weeks if inappropriately handled.
- Fridge, from purchase: Free from moisture; chilling injury causes decay, discoloration or loss of texture may occur.
Can it sit out?
Jicama is shelf-stable, so sitting out at room temperature isn’t the safety question — storage time is.
How to tell if jicama has gone bad
- Soft or hollow-sounding patches on the root
- Sticky, weeping skin
- Flesh gone tan and dry instead of white and wet
When in doubt, throw it out.
Peel jicama only right before you cut it — exposed flesh goes chalky and dull fast, even wrapped.
Quick answers
How long does jicama last?
A whole jicama keeps 4 months in a cool dry pantry and 2–3 weeks in the fridge — the pantry is its real home, as long as you keep it dry.
How long can jicama sit out?
Sitting out at room temperature isn’t the safety question for jicama — storage time is.