Seafood Thawing Time Calculator

Estimate how long frozen seafood takes to thaw in the fridge or a cold-water bath.

Usage Tip

Thaw in the fridge overnight, or use a sealed bag in cold water for same-day cooking.

Thawing Time
— hours
Until ready to cook
THE MATH
time = weight (kg) × hours per kg by method
Fridge thawing is slow but safe; a sealed cold-water bath is much faster.
Never thaw seafood at room temperature; keep it cold to stay food-safe.
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