Ramen In My Gear Stash, Yay or Nay?

[halfclickwest]

Thinking about keeping ramen in my prep stash. I know it's not the most nutritious, but it's cheap, fills you up, and lasts a good while. I've got a few cases stashed away, but how long do they really last past the date? Is there a better way to store them than just keeping the packs in the box? Anyone else rotate ramen regularly or have cool tricks to make it more useful in a long-term sitch? They seem to last longer than the expiration date, right?

 

[Pistolero]

From Grock:
"Dry instant ramen noodles typically last **1–2 years** past the printed expiration date if unopened and stored in a cool, dry place. Once opened, they should be consumed within **a few months** for best quality, provided they're kept in an airtight container. Cooked ramen noodles last **3–5 days** in the fridge or up to **2 months** in the freezer. Signs of spoilage include odd smells, discoloration, or mold. If the seasoning packets contain oil, they may go rancid sooner, so check for off odors."

 

[Mean Old Man]

Thinking about keeping ramen in my prep stash. I know it's not the most nutritious, but it's cheap, fills you up, and lasts a good while. I've got a few cases stashed away, but how long do they really last past the date? Is there a better way to store them than just keeping the packs in the box? Anyone else rotate ramen regularly or have cool tricks to make it more useful in a long-term sitch? They seem to last longer than the expiration date, right?

If you keep the packages dry and in a protective case (plastic), they'll last as long as you need. I like them and keep a few packs around for snacks.