Should you buy salmon from China?

HONG KONG — For years, fish sellers in China have labeled something other than salmon as salmon, according to a local media report that outraged sushi lovers across the country. Now, Chinese fish authorities have responded: That's perfectly O.K. with them.

FAQ

• Is Azolla good for tilapia?

  Dry and fresh Azolla pinnata were evaluated as feed ingredients for fingerling and adult Nile tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus (L.). ... Furthermore, adult tilapia fed fresh Azolla started losing weight from the 7th week. Fish fed fresh Azolla had significantly higher moisture content than those fed formulated diets.

• Why do Japanese eat so much fish?

  Why is Japan so intimately involved with fish? ... Because the Japanese are a rice-farming people, we have reservoirs and marshes for creating rice paddies, and since fish live there as well, the people seldom ate meat until about 100 years ago. Fish were their primary source of animal protein.

• Is Oyster bad for high cholesterol?

  Shellfish. Shellfish such as oysters, mussels, crab, lobster, and clams contain large amounts of cholesterol, particularly in relation to their serving size.

• Are flying fish rare?

  Flying fish are especially abundant in the Caribbean Sea. Barbados was known as the "The land of flying fish" in the past. Flying fish are often hunted by fisherman. Luckily their number in the wild is still stable and they are not listed as endangered species.

• How do you use fish flakes?

  It is a major component of dashi broth, which is also used to make a great many Japanese dishes. In other dishes, the fish flakes serve as a simple topping for tofu or pickled vegetables, and okonomiyaki — flavorful Japanese pancakes.

• Can you open oysters in advance?

  How to store oysters. Cover live oysters with a damp teatowel and put in the fridge with the larger side down. They will keep up to three days, but the sooner you eat them, the better they'll taste. Shucked oysters should be kept covered in the fridge, and eaten on the same day as purchase.

• Is tilapia fake fish?

  A common false claim is that tilapia was never caught in the wild. Tilapia was originally found in the wild in the Middle East and Africa. Due to high demand, the majority of tilapia sold in the United States is mass produced in an industrial fish farm. ... They are also genetically engineering trout and tilapia.

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• Can I eat fish every day?

  But, experts say, eating seafood more than twice a week, for most people, can be healthful. “For most individuals it's fine to eat fish every day,” said Eric Rimm, a professor of epidemiology and nutrition and director of cardiovascular epidemiology at the Harvard School of Public Health.

• Is Pacific mackerel high in mercury?

  The table is sorted by MERCURY CONCENTRATION MEAN (PPM) from fish with lowest levels of mercury to highest levels of mercury....Mercury Levels in Commercial Fish and Shellfish (1990-2012)

  SPECIES	MACKEREL CHUB (Pacific)
  MERCURY CONCENTRATION MEAN (PPM)	0.088
  MERCURY CONCENTRATION MEDIAN (PPM)	N/A
  MERCURY CONCENTRATION STDEV (PPM)	N/A
  MERCURY CONCENTRATION MIN (PPM)	0.03

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• Can I microwave fish?

  Fish, on the other hand, can be cooked perfectly in the microwave. Simply wrap your fish in microwave-safe plastic with a little seasoning (salt and pepper and some lemon, perhaps) and cook for about 2 minutes on high. ... It's hard to believe anything can get as crispy as a potato chip in the microwave, but believe it!

• What is the best time to catch salmon?

  Basics of Salmon Fishing & Nighttime While specific waters and specific species may vary, generally the best season for salmon fishing is in the fall. Late summer offers good luck. The spring is better for related species such as Steelhead, brown, and rainbow trout.

• Can you eat any salmon raw?

  We're often asked if you can eat our salmon raw. The answer is yes! As long as you can confirm your salmon was frozen according to the FDA's freezing guidelines, you can eat salmon raw, and it's fantastic. ... This means that you can thaw your fresh frozen wild Alaska salmon to enjoy raw.

• How big of a fish can you catch on a medium-heavy rod?

  A medium-heavy salmon rod 10-20lb and medium-heavy surf 17-40lb. Let's look at the main “power” ratings. Ultra-light rods are typically for trout, crappie, kokanee and other smaller species fisheries. These have lots of bend-ability and action that makes lighter species a ton of fun.

• Can dogs die from shrimp?

  Raw shrimp is loaded with bacteria that can give your dog shellfish toxicity. It should always be thoroughly cooked and brought to the proper temperature before sharing it with your dog. Shrimp has high cholesterol, which can be harmful to your dog's cardiovascular system.

• Why do dead clams not open?

  It's alive. Or if an oyster, clam or mussel doesn't open when it's cooked, sometimes it's dead — killed in the cooking process — but the muscle is just so joined to the shell that it's not letting go.”

• What is similar to crawfish?

  Lobsters are the largest of the group. They are typically no longer than 8 inches, but can grow up to 20 inches in length. Apart from their size, they are very similar to crawfish in appearance, although lobsters exclusively live in salt water.

• What is considered a trophy roosterfish?

  Biology: The Roosterfish is a hard fighting prized trophy fish and is easily identified by the rooster-like comb on its head. ... Pectoral fin long and sickle shaped, dorsal fin very elongated and supposedly has a likeness to a rooster's comb, hence the common name.

• What bottled water is safe for fish?

  Make sure the water is not distilled, demineralized, flavored or ionized. It should be bottled at the source, uncarbonated, natural spring water. Reverse osmosis water may not be safe for fish because it is filtered, and some of the mineral content will have been taken out in the process.

• Will shrimp clean my tank?

  While keeping shrimp is a very different experience than keeping tropical fish, they are great for keeping your tank clean from algae and food waste and they are fun to observe. These sociable creatures will definitely create an animated environment and they are quite easy to care for.

• Does smoked trout taste fishy?

  Trout does not taste fishy (if it does, it may be bad). It's a very mild flavor and is a soft small flaked fish. It's a clean taste as where they live imparts a flavor into their meat.

• What tide is capelin?

  Tides. Comparing spawning observations against tidal information reveals that capelin are 14% more likely to spawn during the rising tide than the falling tide.

• How long do crayfish stay pregnant?

  After around four weeks, the eggs will hatch and the young crayfish will emerge. The female crayfish will take care of the young for a short period of time, but should be removed after a few days to prevent the fry from being eaten.

• How old are clams when harvested?

  Growth rates are dependent on water temperature and vary among beaches. A 4.5-inch (11.4-centimeter) clam could be from 5 to 9 years old. Along the central coast of California, clams are estimated to reach 4.5-inches (11.4-centimeters) between ages 7 and 8.”

• Why are oyster shells green?

  You can also tell where the oyster is coming from based on the color of the shell; “Purple tends to be along Pacific, and green suggests it was growing higher up, among some algae.

• Is ALDI salmon really wild caught?

  ALDI sells fresh fish every day. Newsflash (at least to me): It's true! ... They stock varieties like Atlantic salmon and tilapia (both plain and pre-seasoned), and their fresh fish has never been frozen.

• How long before clams go bad?

  If you have fresh clams stored in the refrigerator, they should last between seven to 10 days. Shelled clams and frozen clams can both last four to five days in the fridge. Any kind of clam, be they fresh, shelled, frozen, or even cooked can stay good for three to six months in the freezer.

• Can you eat Pacific salmon raw?

  Sockeye Salmon Sashimi. Pacific salmon and tuna which have never come into contact with fresh water are generally safe to eat raw straight out of the ocean. ... For fish to be called sushi grade, or sashimi grade, it must be frozen.

• What is unique about an oyster?

  Oysters are meatier in months that have “r” in their names. So you may hear people call them “arsters.” Oysters have the ability to change their sex. Eating four oysters a day gives you a complete daily supply of copper, iodine, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus and zinc.

• How do you store fresh caught yellowfin tuna?

  Keep the tuna refrigerated until you are ready to use it. It is best to use fresh tuna the day of purchase. If you need to store it, pat it dry, wrap securely in plastic wrap or foil and store in the coldest part of your refrigerator (optimum temperature of 31 F).

• How do you know if a shark fish is male or female?

  Male sharks tend to be smaller than females. But the easiest way to tell them apart is to look for claspers. Males have a pair of claspers, which are used for mating. This is like a pair of extra roll-up fins under their body.