Can You Reheat Curry? 🍛
✅ Yes, safely
Reheat meat and seafood curries to 165°F. Reheat rice sides separately — rice has its own rules. Always reheat to 165°F internal, verified with a food thermometer.
How long does curry keep?
Refrigerated at or below 40°F in an airtight container, curry keeps about 3 days. If it has been at room temperature for more than 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), discard it — reheating does not undo unsafe storage.
Can you reheat it twice?
USDA guidance allows reheating to 165°F each time, but every round trip costs texture and flavor. The better habit: reheat only the portion you'll eat.
The best way to do it
The stovetop gives the best result: Stovetop · 8 min. Full step-by-step instructions →
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