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What causes fish to smell like ammonia?

Asked: David Almakias, Last Updated:

The ammonia-like smell is because the fish is not fresh. It is a product of decomposition. Don't eat it if it smells like that. It might not make you sick, but then again it might.

FAQ

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    Although it may seem counter intuitive because salmon is a type of fish, if it's still edible it should not smell unpleasantly "fishy" in any way. If your salmon smells somewhat sour or anything like ammonia,, it has gone bad and you need to toss it. Fresh salmon has a mild aroma, or one that smells similar to the sea.

  • Are bubbles in a fish tank bad?

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    How to Prepare Bread for Carp Fishing?

    1. I simply cut off the tip end of the syringe.
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    Clam chowder nutrition That said, clams aren't as low in calories and fat when added to a dish that's rich with cream and dressed with potatoes and bacon. And Walsh agrees, “Clam chowder is one of the worst soups a person can eat. It's high in fat, calories and sodium.”

  • Does trout have less fat than salmon?

    Salmon has 63% less saturated fat than trout - salmon has 0.81g of saturated fat per 100 grams and trout has 2.2g of saturated fat.

  • Can you eat mackerel straight from the can?

    The answer to your question is - yes - you can safely eat mackerel in brine straight out of the can. But - maybe you might want to taste it and see if it is too salty for your taste. ... Yet another way to eat mackerel is with mayonnaise and lime juice. Normally we drain off the brine before eating the mackerel.

  • Why isn't my fried fish crispy?

    The trick to getting it right is the consistency of the batter. ... If your fish batter is not crispy enough when cooked try thinning the batter with a little more liquid. Pre-heating the oil to the proper temperature is also very important or the fish will absorb too much of the oil while cooking.

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