Grains, Beans & Pasta
How long do mung bean sprouts last in the fridge?
USDA gives mung bean sprouts a startlingly long 4–6 weeks in the fridge, with one condition attached — never refrigerate them wet; pat them dry and box them.
How long does it keep?
| Fridge | 4–6 weeks |
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- Fridge: Never refrigerate wet sprouts. Transfer to a plastic bag or use a glass or plastic container.
Can it sit out?
Mung bean sprouts is perishable — the FSIS 2-hour rule applies.
Perishable food left at room temperature for more than 2 hours should be thrown out — 1 hour if it’s 90°F or hotter (a picnic, a hot car, a summer kitchen).
How to tell if mung bean sprouts has gone bad
- A sour, swampy smell as the container opens
- Sprouts gone slippery and translucent at the tips
- Brown, collapsing roots sitting in pooled liquid
When in doubt, throw it out.
Quick answers
How long do mung bean sprouts last in the fridge?
USDA gives mung bean sprouts a startlingly long 4–6 weeks in the fridge, with one condition attached — never refrigerate them wet; pat them dry and box them.
How long can mung bean sprouts sit out?
The FSIS 2-hour rule applies to mung bean sprouts. Perishable food left at room temperature for more than 2 hours should be thrown out — 1 hour if it’s 90°F or hotter (a picnic, a hot car, a summer kitchen).