Raw and cooked ground turkey start to develop odors when they go bad.
If frozen ground turkey feels slimy after it thaws, then it’s spoiled. Don’t forget to wash your hands after touching raw turkey so you don’t spread any bacteria.
Ground turkey may have variations in color depending on differences in the animal, such as its age, breed, and diet. Frozen ground turkey may also darken in color, so always check the odor and texture to confirm if it’s spoiled or not.
After you cook ground turkey, you can safely store and eat it for 2–3 days.
Still check the odor and texture of the meat after you thaw the ground turkey to ensure it hasn’t gone bad. If it’s slimy or has an odd, sour smell, toss it out.
If you’re using the ground turkey right away, you can put it in the microwave. Chunks of ground turkey smaller than a golf ball will break down and cook through when you heat it up.
