Raw ground beef usually lasts 1 to 2 days in the refrigerator.
It spoils faster than many larger cuts of meat because more surface area is exposed.
How long does ground beef last in the fridge?
TL;DR
Quick answer. Raw ground beef usually lasts 1 to 2 days in the fridge.
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Keep ground beef cold and store it in its original package or a sealed container on the lower shelf of the fridge.
If you are not going to cook it within a day or two, freezing is the better choice. Ground beef freezes well, especially when flattened into meal sized bags.
Throw it away if it smells sour, feels sticky or slimy, looks badly discolored, or sat out too long. Do not rely on smell alone if the storage history is questionable.
Ground beef is a short fridge item. Use it quickly or freeze it before the clock runs out.
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