How do you tell if a crawfish was dead before cooking?

If a cooked crawfish has a straight tail, that means it was dead before it hit the boil, and it will taste rotten. (Most cooks do try to weed out dead crawfish beforehand.)

FAQ

• Can you release Big Head carp?

  Pathways. Bighead carp were introduced into the United States in 1972 by a private fish farmer in Arkansas for the purpose of controlling excessive plankton populations in fish farm ponds. ... Bighead carp are on California's list of restricted animals and cannot be imported, transported, or possessed without a permit.

• What size hooks for tarpon?

  5/0 hook A 5/0 hook is the best size hook for catching tarpon. That hook size is perfect for hooking all of the tarpon's favorites like finger mullet or large threadfin herring, ladyfish, pin fish, crabs or silver and striped mullet without affecting their swimming abilities too much.

• How do you attract Kingfish?

  Using flashers is an effective way to attract kingfish into range. There are two types of flashers that can be used: drop flashers and inline flashers. When diving on deeper pinnacles, both inline and drop flashers can be used to lure kingfish closer to the surface and within range of a shot.

• What are the predators of grass carp?

  Small grass carp may be lost to predation by birds, snakes, and other species of fish. In water bodies with largemouth bass it is recommended to stock fish larger than 12 inches (30 cm) or 1 lb (0.45 kg).

• What is the difference between yellowfin tuna and bigeye tuna?

  It is easy to tell the difference between a yellowfin tuna and a bigeye tuna by looking at the dorsal, anal and finlet fins. It will be yellow on a yellowfin tuna, hence the name. A yellowfin also has a thinner body in comparison to a bigeye which has a plumper body with a larger head and obvious looking large eyes.

• What fish will eat river shrimp?

  If you have predatory fish like larger cichlids, channa, puffers, large wild betta, etc. then they are a nutritious food for them and a good bit of fun to chase about. Feeding live River Shrimp is a great way to get any of the larger freshwater or marine fish to feed. The shrimps are safe to feed your fish.

• Do you fry fish skin side up or down?

  Put the fish in skin side first and after a minute or so turn down the heat a little so that the skin doesn't burn. Keep watching the heat and turning it up or down as needed to keep the fish sizzling gently. When the skin is crisp it will release easily from the pan, so don't try to move the fillets too soon.

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• Is it OK to give a puppy tuna?

  Because dogs are smaller than humans, and because there are no recommendations for how much tuna a pup can eat safely, it's best not to feed it to your dog at all. ... Tuna is not toxic to dogs, and a tiny amount will not cause mercury poisoning.

• Should I soak oysters before cooking?

  An annoying part of consuming oysters, the remaining sand may be eliminated by soaking and cleaning the oysters immediately before consumption. This should only be done immediately before eating the oyster, as the fresh water will dilute the flavor and eventually kill the oyster. Run cold water in a sink.

• What's Tulingan in English?

  Tagalog to English

  Tagalog	English
  tulingan	tuna fish;

• Can you freeze and reheat salmon?

  Frozen fish can also be reheated from frozen. It is advised to reheat salmon in an oven, to preserve both flavour and texture. Consume thawed, cooked salmon within 24 hours for best results. Never refreeze previously frozen cooked salmon.

• How do you treat fish with saprolegnia fungus?

  Treatment of the Saprolegnia infection is accomplished by medicating the water with potassium permanganate, after removing skin pathogens.

• Can shrimp be kept with neon tetras?

  It's best to keep your neons and ghost shrimp with other small, peaceful fish. Ghost shrimp are frequently sold as "feeders," or food for larger fish, and neons are about the same size. ... Neon tetras require soft, acidic water. Don't mix them with fish that require basic, hard water since you can't have both at once.

• How do you know if raw clams are bad?

  Gently tap any open clams on the counter and see if they close. If they remain open, discard. If using soft shell clams (which won't fully close), tap or touch the side of the shell and/or siphon to check for movement. If the clam doesn't respond to the stimulus, it has perished and should be discarded.

• Is there a queen fish?

  The queenfish (Seriphus politus) is a species of fish in the family Sciaenidae, the drums and croakers. It is native to the eastern Pacific Ocean, where it occurs along the North American coastline from Oregon to Baja California; it has been recorded as far north as British Columbia.

• What country has the best oysters?

  Although France is normally the first place that springs to mind for the world's best oysters, the Delta de l'Ebre, situated between Barcelona and Valencia, it a top contender. The oysters are said to have a unique flavour as they combine the saltiness of the Mediterranean with the sweet freshness of the River Ebro.

• How do I treat white spot on my fish?

  What should I do?

  1. Treat using Anti White Spot.
  2. Support fish with Aquilibrium salt to aid their immune system.
  3. Test for water quality problems and treat accordingly.

• What happens if you swallow salmon bone?

  If the fish bone is stuck in your esophagus or elsewhere in your digestive tract, it can pose real danger. It can cause a tear in your esophagus, an abscess, and on rare occasions, life-threatening complications. Consult your doctor if your pain is severe or doesn't go away after a few days.

• Why is my cod fish chewy?

  Why does Cod get chewy? Fish that seems tough when you bite into it is probably overcooked. As it moves from done to "overdone," the flesh continues to firm then shrinks, pushing out moisture, which evaporates and leaves the fish dry and chewy.

• Do you need to skin trout before cooking?

  Rinse the trout thoroughly (inside and out) and prepare to cook as you wish. NOTE: If you like to eat the fish skin, make sure you remove all the fish scales before cooking. ... I, personally, like to have my trout scaled before cooking.

• Should you soak clams in salt water?

  Soak your clams for 20 minutes in fresh water just before cooking. As the clams breathe they filter water. When the fresh water is filtered, the clam pushes salt water and sand out of their shells. After 20 minutes, the clams will have cleaned themselves of much of the salt and sand they have collected.

• Can you put frozen shrimp directly in the pan?

  You can go straight from the freezer to the pan with your shrimp, making cooking quick and easy. Just make sure your shrimp have the EZ Peel label on them, so you won't have to de-vein them.

• Is it OK to microwave salmon?

  Yes! It is perfectly safe to cook fish in the microwave. While it might seem unusual at first, the microwave is a great place to cook fish, especially when poaching. ... When done, the microwave salmon should be between 130°F – 140°F.