What does Toro taste like?

O-toro is taken from the front of the belly, the extra-fatty part of the tuna, and has marbled appearance. It is perhaps one of the most highly prized cuts. The buttery flavor and delicate texture makes it a popular nigiri topping.

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• 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.)

• Can you get carp in the UK?

  In the UK we are pretty much restricted to fishing for king carp, plus some waters hold one of the smallest species of the family, the crucian carp, along with the occasional grass carp. But other than that we don't really get any of the other varieties, other than maybe in the ornamental fish trade.

• Is yellowfin tuna unhealthy?

  Skipjack and canned light tuna, which are relatively low in mercury, can be eaten as part of a healthy diet. However, albacore, yellowfin and bigeye tuna are high in mercury and should be limited or avoided.

• Do brine shrimp eggs go bad?

  Brine shrimp eggs can last for hundreds to thousands of years if kept dry!

• What is dried shrimp made of?

  Dried shrimp are shrimp that have been sun-dried and shrunk to a thumbnail size. They are used in many East Asian, Southeast Asian and South Asian cuisines, imparting a unique umami taste. A handful of shrimp is generally used for dishes.

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• What type of clams should I buy?

  Large ones, called chowder clams, are tough and good for dishes like chowders and stews which tenderize them. Medium quahogs are called cherrystones, and the smallest are littlenecks. These may be steamed open in broth, stuffed and baked or eaten raw. Tenderness decreases with size, and littlenecks are the sweetest.

• How big do Nile tilapia get?

  60 cm The Nile tilapia reaches up to 60 cm (24 in) in length, and can exceed 5 kg (11 lb). As typical of tilapia, males reach a larger size and grow faster than females.

• Is needle fish good to eat?

  Needlefish are edible but have limited consumer appeal because they have green flesh and bones.

• Can you OD on oysters?

  You can get seriously ill and even die from eating raw oysters contaminated with Vibrio vulnificus - a bacterium commonly found in waters where oysters are cultivated such as the Gulf of Mexico. Vibrio vulnificus is found in higher concentrations during the summer months as water becomes warmer.

• How do you freeze fresh clams?

  To freeze the clams in the shell, simply place the live clams in moisture-vapor resistant bags. Press out excess air and freeze. To freeze the clam meat, shuck the clams, then clean and wash the meat thoroughly. Drain and pack in freezer containers, leaving ½-inch headspace.

• Is it bad to have a lot of snails in fish tank?

  There really are no “bad” snails, but a few species can multiply unchecked and overrun an aquarium. Seeing hundreds, if not thousands of these little beasts taking over your tank can be unnerving, and they can place a burden on biological filtration as well as clog filter intake tubes.

• Why is milkfish popular?

  The most common farming system for export oriented milkfish farming is the use of brackish water fish ponds located in coastal regions. ... Due to a higher salinity and better quality of marine waters, milkfish that are farmed this way are known for their improved taste.

• How do you cook smoked salmon slices?

  Season salmon with salt and pepper. Place salmon, skin side down, on a non-stick baking sheet or in a non-stick pan with an oven -proof handle. Bake until salmon is cooked through, about 12 to 15 minutes. Serve with the Toasted Almond Parsley Salad and squash, if desired.

• Why would fish smell like ammonia?

  When the fish is killed, the fish tissue is exposed to air, and the bacteria in the fish's body breaks down this chemical into two new chemicals that are derivatives of ammonia, and therefore smell pretty bad. That 'muddy' odor seems similar to the ammonia smell.

• What do crayfish do when they mate?

  Males release it when they battle each other, and so do females. During courtship, the difference is that males are drawn to female urine and they stop releasing their own. Doing so might be their way of appeasing the violent female, his way of raising a chemical white flag in the hopes of getting a chance to mate.

• How many times a week is tuna OK?

  How Often Should You Eat Tuna? Tuna is incredibly nutritious and packed with protein, healthy fats and vitamins — but it should not be consumed every day. The FDA recommends that adults eat 3–5 ounces (85–140 grams) of fish 2–3 times a week to get enough omega-3 fatty acids and other beneficial nutrients ( 10 ).

• Does a good fishing rod make a difference?

  A quality rod does make a difference. The extra money buys you more sensitivity, graphite construction, and longer rods that enable us to cast further, control fish better, and drop our lure with pinpoint accuracy.

• Is 3 lbs of crawfish a lot?

  The smell of a crawfish boil will entice your guests to eat (and may even get you a few stragglers from the neighborhood), so it is important to order enough crawfish to feed everyone. ... A good guideline for any crawfish boil is 3 pounds per person.

• Is it bad to eat overcooked tuna?

  If you cannot handle medium-rare tuna, at least do not overcook it. Cook until the flesh changes color and is no longer translucent. Overcooking will dry out and ruin that pricey culinary investment. Canned tuna is called tunafish (note no space in between).

• Should I let my fish die naturally?

  If your fish has been suffering from a severe illness and none of the treatment methods have been working, euthanasia might be the best choice. It may seem harsh to end your fish's life, but it might actually be the kindest thing you can do – especially if the fish is stressed and in pain.