Expired curry powder: will it kill me?

2/17/092:11 PM

I found an unopened package of Malaysian curry powder in my pantry on the weekend. The best before date says 2002. The ingredients list consists only of dry spices, and I don't imagine any of them being particularly perishable. No evidence of mold as far as I can see through the plastic.

Seems a shame to waste it. Any ideas?

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glennkMember

2/17/092:26 PM

probably not worth it to find out...

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sleepyhausMember

2/17/092:35 PM

I doubt that it is spoiled, but probably the flavors will be muted. So if you want a more mild curry flavor with something it might not be a bad idea. Personally I might mix in a little new spice, like cayenne, other curry powder, cinnamon,

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dunderMember

2/17/092:50 PM

Only one way to find out.

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wisadMember

2/17/094:22 PM

I agree with Sleepyhaus. It'll be fine but the flavours will be pretty muted.

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cellarfiendMember

2/17/098:05 PM

Spontaneous human combustion (SHC) is likely.

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thereweresevenineightMember

2/17/099:34 PM

This is a joke right? A package of "curry powder" or some other herb you forgot about and happily found again in your pantry? Go ahead and smoke it!

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indybobMember

2/18/0910:23 AM

. . .only if you slather it on fugu pufferfish entrails, strychnine-laced Iraqi dog, or castor bean casserole.

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mitpradikatMember

2/18/0910:59 AM

quote:
Originally posted by MJAlbers:
This is a joke right? A package of "curry powder" or some other herb you forgot about and happily found again in your pantry? Go ahead and smoke it!

No, seriously. I just hate wasting stuff. However, after much thought I think I'm just going to chuck it. Sigh...

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bmanMember

2/18/0912:38 PM

Mix it into some ground meat for burgers.

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RothkoMember

2/19/095:09 PM

If you have a pet in the house, feed it to him first and see if there are any adverse reactions.

If you don't have a pet, use a neighbor's.

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yhnMember

2/20/0910:31 PM

quote:
Originally posted by Rothko:
If you have a pet in the house, feed it to him first and see if there are any adverse reactions.

If you don't have a pet, use a neighbor's.

And if it makes your pet smell oh so delicious...

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