Can you use supermarket salmon for curing?

Yes you can, as long as you use high quality salmon (ie don't use vac packed salmon from the supermarket that's been sitting around for days or box packet frozen salmon from Costco or Aldi). Freeze it yourself to -10°F / -23°C for at least a week, or use commercial frozen salmon from a reputable fish monger.

FAQ

• How deep do you fish for carp?

  They can be caught in all depths of water from a foot to 30 feet or more. Carp usually patrol the margin areas early morning and late evening in rivers and lakes foraging for food and can be caught near reed beds, lilies and most structure relatively easily at these times of day.

• Do you leave the skin on lake trout?

  Lake trout are delicious pan fried, deep fried, baked, and even boiled. ... To prepare the lake trout for eating most anglers will fillet, skin-or you may leave skin on, remove the lateral line and all gray flesh. That leaves a nice piece of fish fillet to use for cooking your recipe.

• How do you feed a fish that is not eating?

  Perhaps your fish has just become picky and is bored of eating the same food every day. Along with the branded food you feed your fish try feeding them a variety of live foods. If they are still not eating, don't leave it too long. Call the fish vet.

• What wind direction is best for fishing?

  The west "Wind from the west, fish bite the best. The winds from the south blows the bait in their mouth. The wind from the north does not go forth." There is certainly some truth to that.

• Can you grill Sea Cuisine salmon?

  Remove frozen fillets from package and place centered on the foil. Loosely crimp foil edges together to form a pouch, and grill for 18 - 21 minutes. Drizzle with finishing sauce. NOTE: Cook to a minimum internal temperature of 155 ̊F.

• What lures should I use for salmon?

  Salmon eggs are the top choice for bait, although sand shrimp are very popular for chinook salmon. Some anglers like to fish both at the same time. Marabou jigs (Photo 10) can be used instead of bait and can be especially effective on pink salmon, or other salmon when the water is very low and clear.

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• What is the biggest freshwater fish ever caught?

  Mekong giant catfish Thai fishermen caught a 646-pound catfish believed to have been the world's largest freshwater fish ever recorded, a researcher said Thursday. The 8.9 foot long Mekong giant catfish was the heaviest recorded fish since Thailand started keeping records in 1981.

• Is shrimp the healthiest meat?

  Summary Shrimp is very nutritious. It is fairly low in calories and provides a high amount of protein and healthy fats, in addition to a variety of vitamins and minerals.

• Can you fill fish pond with tap water?

  Tap water contains very small amounts of chlorine that we use to remove harmful bacteria. Although chlorine is completely safe for us, it can be very dangerous to fish. using a fine spray when filling up a pond – this will aerate the water and remove the chlorine.

• Why can't I catch fish with lures?

  If it is too hot or cold, you might not catch any fish on lures. The cold is a much more negative situation for fishing. There are times and areas when cold air advances and transitions into warmer areas, which we call cold front. If you come across a cold front, you should try to fish deeper and use smaller lures.

• What are the tiny fish at the beach?

  50 Best Small Fish and Marine Animals in the Ocean

  • Pygmy Seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) ...
  • Cherubfish (Centropyge argi) ...
  • Fairy Basslet (Gramma loreto) ...
  • Redlip Blenny (Ophioblennius macclurei) ...
  • Sailfin Blenny (Emblemaria pandionis) ...
  • Arrow Blenny (Lucayablennius zingaro) ...
  • Yellowhead Jawfish (Opistognathus aurifrons)

• How long will smoked fish dip last in the refrigerator?

  Serve immediately with crackers, or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. You can also freeze this dip for up to 3 months.

• What country has the biggest oysters?

  The world's largest oyster is nearly 14 inches long and resides in Denmark, according to the folks at Guinness World Records. And it's still alive and growing, according to Christine Ditlefsen, the biologist at the Wadden Sea Centre whose world record was recently certified.

• How much is 5 gallons of shrimp?

  So, it is wise to keep it down to 2-5 cherry shrimps per gallon....How Many Cherry Shrimp Per Gallon?

  Aquarium capacity in gallons	Ideal shrimp count
  5 gallons	10-25 cherry shrimps
  10 gallons	20 – 50 cherry shrimps
  20 gallons	40-100 cherry shrimps

• Does shrimp ramen have meat?

  Only the "Oriental" and "Chili" flavors of Nissin Top Ramen are vegetarian. It may be hard to believe that the Nissin seasoning packets in the "Chicken," "Beef" and "Shrimp" flavors actually contain animal products, but they do.

• What is the rarest fish in the world?

  Devils Hole pupfish Devils Hole pupfish are likely the world's rarest fish, and their population dropped to 35 in 2013. Researchers have since made a breakthrough in their captive breeding.

• Is whiting the same as trout?

  Locally, no fish dealers interviewed - wholesale or retail - would acknowledge that "lake trout," a.k.a. whiting, is actually silver hake. "It's whiting," said fishmonger Rich. "It's not like it's a secret or anything. Lake trout is just a local name."

• What does a fish dying of old age look like?

  Their Skin Becomes Discolored. Like anyone suffering from old age, a fish will start to undergo discoloration in different parts of its body as the years go by. You will notice that its natural color will start to fade. It is even possible that the fish's body starts looking translucent.

• Can fish get rid of Cymothoa Exigua?

  The female will crawl into the fish's mouth, and attach herself to the base of the fish's tongue using her back legs. Then, she'll suck blood from the tongue until it withers and dies. This procedure is quite unpleasant for the fish, but it doesn't kill it.

• How many shrimp can you eat in a day?

  In this regard, how much shrimp can you eat in a day? The current guidelines from both the USDA and American Heart Association state that dietary cholesterol intake should be limited to no more than 300 mg per day, and three ounces of shrimp provides about half that amount.

• Why is it illegal to fish for dolphins?

  In 1972, the United States Congress enacted a law to protect dolphins and other marine mammals. This act, called the Marine Mammal Protection Act ("MMPA"), was passed because citizens and environmental groups were concerned that certain marine mammals were in danger of extinction or depletion due to human activity.

• Can clams make you sick?

  How Can You Become Ill? You can become ill by eating raw or undercooked oysters or clams. If the oysters or clams are cooked thoroughly, the Vibrio vulnificus bacteria are destroyed and there is no risk of infection. Eating raw oysters or clams with hot sauce or while drinking alcohol does not destroy the bacteria.

• Are lures good for saltwater fishing?

  A: This depends on the species of fish you are targeting. While many saltwater fishing lures work great, live bait, shrimp, or squid is always a good choice.

• Can you get sick from crayfish?

  Paragonimiasis is a parasitic disease caused by Paragonimus trematodes, commonly known as lung flukes. Humans become infected by eating raw or undercooked crayfish (also known as crawfish and crawdads) or freshwater crabs that harbor the parasites.

• What is the catch limit for bluefin tuna?

  Headboats

  Size Class (curved fork length)	Fishery Status	Atlantic Bag Limit
  Less than 27"	Not allowed	Not allowed
  27" to less than 47"	Open	6/vessel/day or trip
  47" to less than 73"	Open	2/vessel/day or trip
  73" or greater Trophy North	Closed	--

• What does it mean when someone says Holy mackerel?

  Very surprised informal. —used to say that one is very surprised, pleased, or excited Holy mackerel! You got your hair cut!

• What is shrimp powder used for?

  One excellent use is a small amount added to fried rice, but shrimp powder does need to be used in moderation due to its strong flavour and aroma. A pinch is usually enough. A small amount will also intensify any seafood-based noodle soup, such as lakhsa, and it works very well with coconut-based dishes too.