How do you buy good tilapia?

Most tilapia is sold when the fish weighs about 1 1/2 pounds. If it's filleted, a thin layer of darker meat below the skin is often removed. But it is best to buy tilapia whole. Fillets are usually frozen, depleting the delicate texture and taste.

FAQ

• How long do I cook frozen tuna steaks?

  According to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), most frozen ahi tuna recipes traditionally serve it with a rare to medium-rare center. To cook it rare, cook for two minutes on each side. To cook medium, cook three to five minutes and for well-done, cook five to eight minutes.

• Can frozen fish fingers be fried?

  Can you pan fry frozen fish fingers? Yep, pan fry, deep fry, oven or grill! Don't defrost fish fingers! Smidgin of oil in a non-stick pan and fry gently over a very low heat to defrost them.

• What do tilapia eat in ponds?

  Tilapia will eat many of the common types of filamentous algae, blue green algae, rooted plants and even twigs and other organic debris. They are very efficient consumers. When stocked at the appropriate rates into your pond, the Tilapia can be very effective at dramatically reducing seasonal plant material.

• How do you tenderize dried cuttlefish?

  How to soak dried cuttlefish

  1. Ingredients: One ball of baking soda.
  2. One large container to fill the expanded cuttlefish.
  3. You can soak the dried cuttlefish until your desired tenderness and size but remember to change the water from time to time until the water becomes clear. ...
  4. Rinse thoroughly and drained.

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• Is salmon OK after use by date?

  SALMON - FRESH, RAW After salmon is purchased, it may be refrigerated for 1 to 2 days - the "sell-by" date on the package may expire during that storage period, but the salmon will remain safe to use after the sell by date if it has been properly stored.

• What dog foods should I avoid?

  Watch out for these 24 Bad Ingredients in Your Dog's Food:

  • BHA/BHT. These chemical preservatives are used to preserve fats in human and pet foods. ...
  • White Flour.
  • Meat and Meat Meal. Meat is healthy for your pet. ...
  • Artificial Colours.
  • MSG. ...
  • Gluten. ...
  • Corn Syrup.
  • Farmed Salmon.

• Whats the difference between a pilchard and a sardine?

  Sardines were named after the island of Sardinia, where they were once in abundance. The smaller fish are known as Sardines and the larger, older fish are Pilchards.

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• What is the recommended cooking time for fish stocks?

  Bring almost to a boil over high heat (do not let it come to a boil). Reduce heat to low and cook at a bare simmer, skimming any foam that rises to surface, until flavors meld, 20–30 minutes.

• What size line should I use for trout?

  A typical line to cast for trout would be 4-pound test. Consider braided line of 30-pound test or more if you go after large game fish. A rule of thumb is to fish with the lightest gear possible so you don't tire and have more fun. In competition when test is specified, anglers must use light line to land heavy fish.

• How often can you eat Alaskan pollock?

  The Environmental Defense Fund http://seafood.edf.org/pollock mercury content rating for both Atlantic and Alaskan pollock is low, allowing for more than four servings of this type of fish on a monthly basis without the risks of mercury contamination.

• Can I add water while the fish are in the tank?

  Yes, you can add a water conditioner directly to your fish tank however, it is not the correct way to do so. ... They will clear up any chlorine or other harmful chemicals found in most tap waters.

• Do I need a Licence for crayfish?

  You also need permission from the landowner and any relevant angling clubs. If you trap crayfish without written permission you could be prosecuted. If your application is approved you'll get: ... a catch return form, use this to keep a record of crayfish you catch.

• Is white vinegar poisonous to fish?

  The simple answer, YES! Distilled white vinegar (Recommended:Lucy's Family Owned Natural Distilled White Vinegar) is excellent for removing hard water stains especially on aquarium glass or acrylic surfaces. ... The small amounts of vinegar that dribble into your tank while you clean should not be harmful to your fish.

• Why won't my clams open?

  Preparing Clams If your clams do not open during cooking, don't force them open, they likely arrived dead or full of mud so they should be discarded. Clams steamed in wine with butter and herbs.

• Do crawfish suffocate in coolers?

  The best way to prolong the life of these shellfish is to keep them cool, moist and with some fresh air. Under ideal conditions, crabs and crawfish may be kept alive for several days out of water. Never place them in closed containers full of water, such as an ice chest, as they will quickly suffocate and die.

• What is the best time for beach fishing?

  In general, the best times to fish the surf are at sunset and sunrise. The golden rule is the two hours before the sun comes up and the two hours after the sun has set. The fish come in close to feed while the sun is down and the prey is plentiful.

• Is canned tuna fish cooked already?

  The most important thing to remember is that canned fish is almost always cooked already, so you're only reheating it. If you've ever reheated something before you'll know that it only takes a fraction of the original cooking time. So, keep an eye on your canned tuna while it's being heated.

• What undercooked shrimp taste like?

  Undercooked or raw shrimp can make you sick, but if you are overcooking them, you will end up with rubbery and tasteless shrimp – something that no-one wants to taste.

• Why should you always store raw chicken below raw fish?

  Raw meat, poultry and fish in sealed containers to stop them touching or dripping onto other foods. Raw meats should always be stored at the bottom of your fridge to prevent cross-contamination.

• Does dried shrimp go off?

  Dried shrimp do not keep indefinitely; store them airtight in the refrigerator for a up to a month or in the freezer for longer.

• Do betta fish like to be touched?

  A betta fish should not be touched; it may get spooked and respond by biting you or becoming afraid of you (which would undo any training and playing you've been doing to get it used to you).

• Can you fix overcooked salmon?

  Yeah, your only options here are recipes which break up the tough and dry proteins, and add a whack of fat to replace the water you lost by overcooking. Anything which flakes the salmon down (or purees it) and coats it in fat (mayonnaise, cream, etc) will work. There's essentially nothing else you can do.