Meat / Smoked or Processed

Chorizosmoked and processed, cooked

1 month in the fridge after opening, 1 year in the pantry and 6 months in the freezer.

Pantry

stored: 1 year

Fridge

after opening: 1 month

Freezer

stored: 6 months

Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeperHow to read these times

Common questions

How long does chorizo (smoked and processed, cooked) last in the fridge?

1 month after opening.

Can you freeze chorizo (smoked and processed, cooked), and for how long?

Yes. 6 months.

How long does chorizo (smoked and processed, cooked) last in the pantry?

1 year.

How can I tell if chorizo (smoked and processed, cooked) has gone bad?

Throw it out if it smells off, feels slimy or sticky, shows mold, or has changed color. Storage times assume it was handled safely and kept cold the whole time.