How many pounds is 2 cups of shrimp?

2 US cups of shelled cooked baby shrimp weighs 0.441 ( ~ 1/2) pound. (or precisely 0.44126326040052 pound.

FAQ

• How do I know if my fish has ciguatera?

  Scombroid symptoms usually develop within a few minutes to an hour after eating contaminated fish. They usually resemble an allergic reaction, such as flushing of the face, headache, heart palpitations, itching, blurred vision, cramps, and diarrhea.

• Is any part of squid poisonous?

  All squids and octopuses have a venom gland and venomous bite, but the venom the ink are two different things. ... Squid and octopus inks are often consumed by humans in recipes for these species and, of course, by their natural predators. There is apparently no harmful effect in doing this.

• Should oysters be creamy?

  It doesn't really matter if you like them, you can either say, 'this is a nice milky one' or, 'oh no, these are too milky for my taste', and people will think that you know your stuff. Beware though, because a milky oyster will coat your mouth when you bite into them, which can feel a bit weird."

• How much is a 200 lb Bluefin Tuna worth?

  At your local grocery store or fish market, Bluefin Tuna will sell for around $20 to $40 per pound. These are typically Bluefin caught off the East Coast. Bluefin from Japan are considered more valuable and can cost upwards of $200 per pound.

• Can u overcook fish?

  With a delicate texture, fish is easy to overcook. But it's also really important that it's cooked all of the way through to avoid potential food poisoning.

• How do you store raw fish without refrigeration?

  Soak the fish in a weak brine of 1 cup (0.23 L) of salt for each 1 gallon (3.8 L) of water for 1 hour. Then simmer the fish for 10 minutes in a frying pan with vinegar. Pour the fish and vinegar solution into a glass jar and seal it. Pickled fish should stay fresh in the refrigerator for about 4-6 weeks.

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• How do you treat high ammonia levels in a fish tank?

  What should I do?

  1. Complete a 25% water change and retest after a few hours.
  2. Treat with Ammonia Remover.
  3. When at a safe level of 0.0mg treat the tank with Fast Filter Start to boost the bacteria in your filter that process ammonia.
  4. Continue to regularly test your water.

• What makes milkfish unique?

  The Milkfish has an elongate and almost compressed body, with a generally symmetrical and streamlined appearance. It's body color is olive green, with silvery flanks and dark bordered fins. Caudal fin is large and deeply forked with large scale flaps at base in the mature fish. ...

• What are the 3 main classes of fish?

  Fishes are typically divided into three groups: superclass Agnatha (jawless fishes), class Chondrichthyes (cartilaginous fishes), and superclass Osteichthyes (bony fishes). The latter two groups are included within the infraphylum Gnathostomata, a category containing all jawed vertebrates.

• What's the biggest catfish ever caught in the United States?

  Blue catfish Ken Paulie's 123-pound flathead stands as the accepted world record, extracted from Elk City Reservoir, Kansas in May 1998. The giant cat measured 61-inches with a 43.75-inch girth. It's commonly believed that the blue catfish represents the largest North American catfish species.

• Why do fish in shallow pond die during summer?

  Hot water holds less oxygen than cool water. Shallow ponds get warmer than deeper ponds, and with little rain, area ponds are becoming shallower by the day. ... That can cause oxygen levels at night, when plants are using the oxygen, to dip below levels needed to sustain fish." Preventing summer fish kills is difficult.

• Will shrimp die after molting?

  Older ones tend to struggle more. By the way, all shrimps develop the white band - this signifies that they are ready to molt. If the white band stays for over 3 days (at least in my experience), the shrimp is going to die.

• Does salmon go bad if left out overnight?

  No cooked food should sit out for more than two hours before it's refrigerated, frozen or discarded. ... If you forget a baked salmon on the counter until bedtime, throw it out. If you have salmon appetizers for your party, bring them out a few at a time and discard any that are uneaten after two hours.

• What is dried fish used for?

  It can be used in braised dishes, soup, or dim sum. Cajun gumbo often utilizes dried shrimp instead of, or in addition to, fresh shrimp to add a different taste to the traditional Cajun dish. A fish delicacy that is often created in Asia is called Bombay duck.

• Do you eat the skin on smoked fish?

  Do you eat the skin of smoked trout? Unless the trout is really big and old and has lived in polluted water, the skin is perfectly safe and nutritious to eat.

• Do koi fish go to sleep?

  Koi do not sleep in the same way as humans. They are unable to close their eyes because they do not have eyelids and, as far as it is possible to tell, neither do they dream. Koi do require rest of course but these are a case of periods of deep rest rather than sleep as we are familiar with.

• Is mackerel good for your health?

  Mackerel is a nutritious fish for everybody. It has high levels of essential fatty acids, which improve endurance and aid recovery after exercise, while helping to maintain beautiful skin.

• Can you eat clams in the summer?

  Shellfish can be problematic in the summer for several reasons. The first has to do with red tides, vast blooms of algae that collect along coastlines, usually in warm weather. They can spread toxins that are soaked up by oysters, clams and mussels.

• What is the best tasting oyster?

  Well, here's our list of the five best eating oysters to start you on your way to be the oyster guru:

  1. Kumamoto Oysters. If you haven't tried these, you must! ...
  2. Stellar Bay Oysters. ...
  3. Grassy Bar Oysters. ...
  4. Miyagi Oysters. ...
  5. Malpeque Oysters.

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• What is it called when you dont like fish?

  Re: “What is a person who does not eat fish or seafood called?” A person who eats fish or seafood is a pescetarian. The antonym is: Carnitarian: A person who eats meat but not fish or seafood.

• Can you cook salmon and then freeze it?

  Can you freeze cooked salmon? You can freeze cooked salmon, tightly wrapped in plastic, for up to six months without it losing quality.