how come re-freezing food is bad?

Question

If I thaw something in the fridge (so never in food danger temps) to only use some of it, why do food safety rules say I can’t re-freeze the rest?

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Answer 1

It’s likely still safe to eat as long as you aren’t hovering in the danger zone, but the flavor and texture will change from repeatedly refreezing food. A portion of cells that make up the food will expand and burst and there is moisture loss every time it freezes and the texture and flavor changes each time.