Where does mcdonalds get its fish?

The Bering Sea is one of the best places to catch wild Alaskan Pollock. McDonald's is the other. From the dock at Dutch Harbor, Kenny Longaker sets out on his boat, the Defender, to catch the wild Alaskan Pollock used in our Filet-O-Fish® sandwich. Alaskan Pollock is a fast-growing species.

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• Is it bad if clams are open?

  The primary indicator as to whether or not clams are good is if they are open or closed. Clams should be slightly open, and if you tap on them, the shells should close rather quickly. ... If the clams float in the water, they are dead, according to The Week. Again, throw them away and do not eat them.

• Is it really bad to eat sushi while pregnant?

  It's even safe for most pregnant women to eat sushi in the U.S., provided it's prepared in a clean environment. However, some fish is high in mercury, including king mackerel and swordfish. It's not safe to consume mercury in high amounts during pregnancy because it increases the risk of birth defects.

• Which is better mackerel or sardines?

  Sardine is relatively richer in minerals, some vitamins and has lower saturated fats. It contains 6 times more Calcium than mackerel. On the other hand, mackerel is lower in cholesterol and has a higher amount of potassium and Vitamin D.

• How should prawns be cooked?

  To boil. Use prawns with their heads left on, but their intestinal tracts removed. Bring a large pan of salted water to a steady boil, drop in the prawns, and simmer until they change colour (about 3-4 minutes) . Drain from the water and serve.

• How long do you smoke fish fillets?

  Preheat smoker and add wood chips to get things going. We suggest letting the wood chips preheat for about 45 minutes. Add fish and let smoke for about 3 hours at 175°F to 200°F.

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• Does unopened anchovy paste go bad?

  Soy sauce, fish sauce, anchovy paste and honey are some of these food that basically don't go bad. Tabasco and other hot sauces will be good for months as will worcestershire and angostura bitters.

• What is the biggest mackerel ever caught?

  The current IGFA All Tackle World Record is a 93.0-pound king mackerel caught offshore of San Juan, Puerto Rico April 18, 1999 by angler Steve Graulau.

• Is molting shrimp a good sign?

  Molting is a very good sign. Mine molts maybe once a month. They do need iodine to help with the process and this is typically replenished when you do water changes. On the other hand, iodine is used by almost everything in your tank and skimming removes it as well.

• How do you serve canned oysters?

  A: Canned oysters are either fresh or smoked—either way they are cooked and edible right out of the can. However, they are usually used as an ingredient, whether in a dip, a soup or chowder, a stuffing, or a casserole.

• Can you eat raw tuna?

  Raw tuna is generally safe when properly handled and frozen to eliminate parasites. Tuna is highly nutritious, but due to high mercury levels in certain species, it's best to eat raw tuna in moderation.

• Are there red crayfish?

  The red swamp crayfish was introduced to California in the early 1900s from Louisiana. It is now found throughout southern California and in the heavily agricultural Central Valley.

• Where does the best shrimp come from in the US?

  Shrimp is the most popular seafood in the United States, but only a tiny fraction of that comes from domestic sources. Ninety percent of the shrimp we eat is imported, and almost all of that comes from farms in Southeast Asia and Central America.

• What is better hot or cold-smoked salmon?

  Both types of smoked salmon are versatile and can be eaten right out of packaging. Typically, hot-smoked salmon is best for cooking though. Because it's rich and flakey, it stands the heat really well and lends great flavor in hot dishes. Cold-smoked salmon is ideal when consumed cold.

• How many albino cory catfish should be kept together?

  As a relatively small fish, they crave safety in numbers, so a group of six corydoras or more (all of the same species) is highly suggested. These peaceful bottom dwellers can be kept with pretty much any community fish that won't eat or attack them.

• How fast can squids fly?

  11.2 metres per second It's only now, though, that marine biologists from Hokkaido University have discovered exactly how these squids squirt water out fast enough to propel themselves through the air at up to 11.2 metres per second -- faster than Usain Bolt's top speed of 10.31 metres per second.

• How long does it take to smoke fish at 150 degrees?

  30 to 45 minutes Once your fillets have air dried place them in the smoker. Smoke your fish at 150 degrees for 30 to 45 minutes at first. This will allow any of the marinade to dry, providing a nice coating on the fillets. After 30 to 45 minutes increase your smoking temperature to 225 degrees for the remainder of the smoking process.

• What kind of fish does not have bones?

  Cartilaginous fish (Chondricthyes), like sharks, skates and rays do not have bones. Even their tooth and spine is made up of cartilage. great examples are great white and tiger sharks, largetooth sawfish, giant freshwater stingray, giant manta ray, megalodon.

• How common is salt water poisoning in dogs?

  Heather Loenser, DVM, the senior veterinary officer for the American Animal Hospital Association, says that fortunately, saltwater poisoning is not common. Loenser says that when sodium builds up in a dog's body, it can cause brain swelling, seizures, and death.

• What does it mean when you find a black pearl in your oyster?

  Polynesian legend 2: According to legend, the moon bathes the ocean with light to attract oysters. If the oysters come to the surface, the moon bestows heavenly dew upon them. Over time, the dew drop is polished, and a black pearl is born. Chinese legend: A natural black pearl is a symbol of infinite wisdom.

• What kind of fish is Pacific whiting?

  Pacific whiting, or hake, is a ray-finned fish species found off the West Coast of the United States and Canada. They are a semi-pelagic schooling species of groundfish.

• How long can fish sit before cleaning?

  Once fish are dead, it's best to clean them within two hours and eat them within 24 hours. You will need a method of holding your fish until you are ready to clean them. Some anglers use a stringer to keep the fish in the water. Other anglers place fish directly on ice in a cooler.

• How many species of tuna are there in the world?

  15 species A tuna is a saltwater fish that belongs to the tribe Thunnini, a subgrouping of the Scombridae (mackerel) family. The Thunnini comprise 15 species across five genera, the sizes of which vary greatly, ranging from the bullet tuna (max.

• Are canned oysters high in cholesterol?

  Shellfish. Shellfish such as oysters, mussels, crab, lobster, and clams contain large amounts of cholesterol, particularly in relation to their serving size. For example, King crab legs contain 71 mg of cholesterol per serving, lobster contains 61 mg per serving, and oysters contain 58 mg per serving.

• How long does rare tuna last in the fridge?

  Properly stored, cooked tuna will last for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator. To further extend the shelf life of cooked tuna, freeze it; freeze in covered airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags, or wrap tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil or freezer wrap.

• Are canned oysters good for you?

  Oysters are packed with essential nutrients, such as protein, vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids. They're particularly high in vitamin B12, zinc, and copper.