Is it OK to cook open clams?

NO! They are dead and should be discarded. When working with fresh clams they should slightly open when you tap them. To cook fresh clams you first need to soak them in cold water for a hour to get rid of the sand in them.

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• What is the best bait for mullet?

  Best Baits Small ragworms and tiny fresh fish strips, particularly mackerel, herring and pilchard work very well for catching mullet. Small crabs (soft-backed), shrimps and peeled prawns are also effective.

• What fish has chlamydia?

  But, to the question itself - salmon, wild or farmed, can be infected by a chlamydia-like bacterial organism, Piscichlamydia.

• How do you know if fish are mating?

  The female will begin building a nest when she is prepared to mate. She will fan out an indentation in the gravel, creating a safe space to deposit the eggs. Some species will drop eggs in sand and others will drop the eggs without a nest. The nest-building process is an obvious sign of mating.

• What is the spiritual meaning of a dead fish?

  Follow Us: In dreams, a dead fish is symbolic of a loss of power or wealth by an individual. ... Seeing the bone remains of a dead fish in a dream means that insights have been brought to fruition and knowledge has been gained from these insights.

• Do you need to defrost prawns before frying?

  No need to defrost shrimp before cooking. Learn how to cook shrimp from frozen, taking them straight from the freezer to the pot. ... Well, you don't have to defrost shrimp before cooking them either!

• Are Pictus Catfish Aggressive?

  Like many catfish, P. pictus has a downturned mouth and a forked tail. ... They will also eat very small fish such as neon tetras, depending on the size of the catfish. Despite this, they are generally non-aggressive and will not harm fish too large for them to eat.

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• What are other names for whiting?

  In this page you can discover 8 synonyms, antonyms, idiomatic expressions, and related words for whiting, like: tope, rudd, Merlangus merlangus, Gadus merlangus, silver hake, Merluccius bilinearis, codling and haddock.

• Is it safe to eat raw razor clams?

  Almost the entire creature is edible, which makes preparation a cinch. The one trick: Unlike littlenecks, razor clams have a brittle shell.

• How do you make the best dried fish?

  Instructions

  1. For beginners, the easiest way to dry your fish is by using an oven or dehydrator.
  2. If you're using an oven, set it between 160 – 180 degrees Fahrenheit, depending on the size of your fish.
  3. Descale the fish, gut them, and clean inside and out thoroughly. ...
  4. Rub salt inside and out of the fish.

• What does berried shrimp mean?

  Shrimp carrying eggs A shrimp carrying eggs is known as a berried shrimp. The female will release sexual hormones into the water when she is ready to breed. The male will then find her and deposit his sperm onto the female, who passes the eggs underneath her tail.

• Can I put turtle in fish tank?

  Aquatic turtles can live in a tank or pond, in groups, and with larger fish (they'll eat small fish). These guys are strong swimmers and need an aquarium that's at least 55 gallons in volume. It should have a screened lid and a filter. Line the aquarium with gravel, which you can vacuum clean.

• What is the cheapest thing at Popeyes?

  Popeye's | Menu | Prices

  • 8 piece. chicken only. $18.99. ...
  • 2 Piece Combo. $6.99. 3 Piece Combo. ...
  • 3 Piece Tenders. $7.49. 5 Piece Tenders. ...
  • Classic Chicken Sandwich only – our review. $3.99. Classic Chicken Sandwich combo. ...
  • 1/4lb Popcorn Shrimp combo. $7.99. Popcorn Shrimp and 2pc Tender combo. ...
  • Small. $1.79. Medium. ...
  • Cajun Fish. $7.49. Nov 18.

• Are anchovies pilchard?

  Sardines, which are also called pilchards, are in the family Clupeidae. The word “sardine” wasn't used until the 15th century. Some experts believe it comes from the Mediterranean island of Sardinia, where the fish was plentiful. Anchovies are in the family Engraulidae.

• Will lime get rid of crayfish?

  If liming is called for, do not use quick lime or hydrated lime. This is extremely caustic and could kill crawfish by raising the water pH to excessively high levels.

• Should salmon be covered in the oven?

  Bake salmon, uncovered, 4 to 6 minutes per ½-inch thickness. Bake a dressed salmon 6 to 9 minutes per 8 ounces of fish. Always check your fish at the minimum baking time to ensure your baked salmon doesn't get overcooked.

• What is Katla called in English?

  Fish Names in English – Tamil – Telugu – Malayalam

  English	Tamil	Telugu
  Catla (Bengal carp)	Katla, Kendai, Thoppu meen, kanavi	Botchee, Botcha
  Clams	Chippi, Kilingal, Vaazhi
  Cod	Panna, Kalava
  Convict surgeonfish	Kozhimeen	Mootah

• Can you smoke frozen salmon?

  Frozen salmon definitely smokes up better than fresh. When you freeze salmon the meat becomes more porous which in turn lets the salmon absorb both the brine and the smoke flavor better.

• Is calamari healthy or unhealthy?

  Squid is generally considered a safe food in moderation. The main health risks of squid and shellfish come from their mercury levels and allergies. As with any shellfish, squid carries a risk of allergic reaction. A substance called tropomyosin is the likely culprit.

• How long should I keep salmon in the oven?

  Bake the salmon for 15-20 minutes, until the salmon is almost completely cooked through at the thickest part. The cooking time will vary based on the thickness of your salmon. If your side is thinner (around 1-inch thick) check several minutes early to ensure your salmon does not overcook.

• Can you put catfish in the freezer?

  Keep fresh catfish in the refrigerator up to two days before cooking or freezing. Use frozen catfish within 4 to 6 months for best quality. After cooking, store catfish in the refrigerator three to four days; and two to three months in the freezer.

• How do you know if fish eggs are fertilized?

  The fertilized will be light brown, sort of tea colored, and the two eyes become visible on them soon after. The unfertilized turn white. If the eggs are too crowded and/or not getting enough oxygen, they can get a white fungus, at which point they all start looking alike (not good).

• What is the best pickled herring?

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• What is a good size reel for bass fishing?

  Spinning reel size for bass:

  Reel Size	Recommended Mono Line Strength	Recommended Braid Line Strength
  2000	4-6lb (2-3kg)	5-10lb
  2500	5-8lb (2.5-4kg)	5-12lb
  3000	6-10lb (3-5kg)	6-14lb
  3500	6-10lb (3-5kg)	6-14lb

• When should I season my fish?

  Seasoning the fish too soon before cooking. When seasoned too soon before cooking, the salt will start to break down the proteins in the salmon and draw moisture out of the fish. Follow this tip: No matter the method of cooking, season the fish just before it hits the pan, goes in the oven, or onto the grill.

• Is catfish cancerous?

  It digests easily and it contains proteins. However, catfish is not really a good option, especially the ones they sell these days, which are cultivated with hormonal feeds that are filled with steroids and other fattening chemicals just to make them profitable. These chemicals are cancerous in nature.