5 Things to Know About Freezer-Burned Tuna

Freezer-burned tuna is safe to eat Freezer burn is dehydration, not spoilage. It won’t make you sick as long as the fish stayed frozen solid and hasn’t thawed and refrozen.

Look for white or grayish patches with ice crystals These dry-looking spots are not mold or bacteria. They form when air reaches the fish and the surface dries out.

Expect tough texture and dull flavor Freezer burn ruins taste and texture. The fish will be dry and bland, like cardboard.

Trim small patches; toss heavily burned steaks If only a few spots are affected, cut them off. If the whole steak is covered, throw it away—not for safety, but because it will taste terrible.

Prevent freezer burn with better wrapping Wrap tuna tightly or use a vacuum sealer. Future you will thank you for not eating dry, flavorless fish.