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How do you know when catfish is fully cooked?

Asked: Glen Gdanski, Last Updated:

The best way to tell if your fish is done is by testing it with a fork at an angle, at the thickest point, and twist gently. The fish will flake easily when it's done and it will lose its translucent or raw appearance. A good rule of thumb is to cook the fish to an internal temperature of 140-145 degrees.

FAQ

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    Fresh salmon: Place unused fresh salmon in a vacuum sealed bag or freezer sealed bag. Place current date on the fresh salmon and store in freezer for up to 3 months. ... Fresh salmon: To defrost fresh salmon, take out frozen salmon from freezer and place into a refrigerator overnight.

  • What is the pink stuff in shrimp?

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  • Can you heat up cold smoked salmon?

    Hot-smoked salmon is cured in salty water or wet brine before being smoked. After the salmon has been cured, usually overnight, it is smoked. Cold-smoked salmon is smoked at a very low temperature of roughly 90 degrees Fahrenheit. ... Hot-smoked salmon can also be reheated and is great in hot dishes.

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    Again, depending on the kind of fish you have, you'll want to think about color temperature. But in general, the lighting shouldn't be too bright for a regular tank since it could stress the fish. Too-bright lighting can also lead to algae growth.

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    Changes In the Steamer Market The steamer market is a textbook example of Economics 101 -- prices go up because demand outpaces supply, and this season, it was no different. However, a number of key market changes put more pressure on supply than usual, which drove prices abnormally higher than expected.

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