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Why is fish for Lent?

Asked: Tommy D, Last Updated:

It turns out that because, according to Christian teaching, Jesus died on a Friday, fasting on Fridays became a way to honor his sacrifice. ... Fish, though, which are cold blooded were considered okay to eat on fasting days. Hence, Fish on Fridays and “Fish Friday” (among many other religious holidays) was born.

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  • How do you smoke trout indoors?

    Place the fish fillets on the rack. Turn on an exhaust fan and open a window. Cover the wok with a domed lid, and place it over medium heat. When the rice mixture begins to send up a few wisps of smoke (after about 4 minutes), cover the wok, and fold the foil flaps up over the edges of the lid to seal in the smoke.

  • Can you eat sashimi grade salmon raw?

    Most of us would never think to eat raw fish—unless it's sushi grade. Whether it's sushi, sashimi, crudo, or ceviche, sushi grade is the golden standard for any seafood dish that involves raw or lightly-cooked fish. ... The good news: Yes, you can feel safe about eating sushi grade fish raw.

  • How many baby shrimp are born at once?

    That shrimp female can usually produce about 21-51 shrimplets per hatching. Larger females produce more shrimplets.

  • Which fish can stay out of water the longest?

    Mangrove Rivulus No other known fish can be out of water as long as the Mangrove Rivulus and remain active, according to Patricia Wright, a biologist at Canada's University of Guelph. “They can survive for weeks without really dropping their metabolic rate. They remain relatively responsive and active for weeks in air,” she said.

  • Is it better to fly fish in the morning or afternoon?

    Morning to Afternoon When fish are deep in the river or lake, you're not going to have much success with fly fishing. During the cool months, the morning to afternoon presents better fishing. Morning to afternoon might be the only period you can catch fish during winter.

  • Can carp live with koi?

    As their size are similar to koi fish and exhibits the characteristics of Carp, they are good as Koi tankmates. The temperature requirement and diet are almost the same. ... As the size of Barbel fish is large, you have to keep them with adult koi fish. Also, the tank size needs to be large enough.

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  • Is it OK to store fishing rods horizontally?

    When you store your fishing rods properly you can help to extend the life of your rods, reels and lines. Whether you store your rods vertically or horizontally, with the reels attached or not, remember to make sure you clean them down and dry them out before you put them away.

  • Is pollock and cod the same thing?

    Pacific cod and Alaskan pollock are white, low-fat, mild fish. ... Both have a coarse flake when cooked and their bones make excellent stock, but the difference is in their texture: Pacific cod is nearly identical to its Atlantic cousin, just slightly less firm; pollock fish, on the other hand, is soft.

  • Is sauvignon blanc good with fish?

    White Wine (Dry) Dry white wine like Pinot Gris or Sauvignon Blanc pair best with fish like cod and tilapia. The earthiness of the pour enhances the flavors of these fish, and plays well on the palate.

  • How do you identify a British crayfish?

    Identification features of signal crayfish include:

    1. Red underside to claws.
    2. Upper surface is a greenish brown colour.
    3. Lower surface is an orange/red colour.
    4. Smooth ridge running along the middle of the rostrum.
    5. Can grow up to 16-18 centimetres in size.
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  • What is the process of freezing fish?

    Fish is largely water, normally 60-80 percent depending on the species, and the freezing process converts most of this water into ice. Freezing requires the removal of heat, and fish from which heat is removed falls in temperature in the manner shown in Figure 1.

  • What size fly rod for salmon in Alaska?

    Silver, Chum, Sockeye, Pink Salmon, Steelhead, and Northern Pike: Pack 8 to 9 weight rods that are strong enough to cast, large, heavily weighted flies and sink-tip lines. Use a quality reel with a strong enough drag to hold up against big runs. Should be able to hold a fly line plus 150-200 yards of 20 lb.

  • What can a fish see?

    Science tells us that fish have eyes similar to humans, but they also have protective film over their eyes so that they can see more clearly underwater. Their eyes have rod and cone cells on their retinas, so we know that they can see color as well as in shades of grey, light and dark.

  • Is shrimp flavor ramen good?

    Good job ramen guys, good job. Shrimp: If you enjoy seafood, I would recommend this flavor fo' sho. Don't let the pink package fool you, because this flavor does pay great homage to the original seafood monarch that is Shrimp. When you take your first bite, you might get a hint of the oriental flavor.

  • What is the best month to catch mackerel?

    May-June is the best time to catch mackerel, although they are caught all summer in numbers and larger specimens are sometimes caught in winter.

  • Is farmed steelhead good for you?

    According to Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch, the authority that helps consumers make smart choices for healthy oceans, US farmed steelhead trout is among the *best* choices for sustainable seafood. ... Along with omega-3's, steelhead packs in loads of protein, vitamin D, B-12 and selenium and is low in mercury.

  • How long can smoked fish stay out?

    If you plan on storing the smoked fish, keep it under refrigeration at 38 degrees F or less. Do not let fish sit longer than two hours at room temperature after cleaning and before smoking.

  • How deep do crayfish burrow?

    Such holes can be 2-3 feet deep or more, depending on the water table. They dig down for safety, but mostly to get to water. It is said the crawfish is about as wide as the hole it creates, and I have seen crawfish holes bigger than two inches in diameter.

  • Can Oscars and crayfish live together?

    Oscars naturally eat crustaceans. Crayfish are one of the few live foods I will treat my oscars to. So in short, yes, your oscar would love him!

  • Does omega-3 reduce breast size?

    Flax seed — along with fish like salmon and tuna — is high in omega-3 fatty acids. It can help to regulate estrogen levels and ultimately decrease breast size. It's also known for improving your digestive processes.

  • How many babies can a convict fish have?

    After a successful mating, the female will lay up to 300 eggs and will immediately begin to guard them. At this point, the male convict cichlid will guard the perimeter of the territory, aggressively attacking any fish that come too near.

  • Can koi fish live in a 10 gallon tank?

    If you think of the requirements for gallons of water required in a pond to house Koi then you are looking at about 1” to 3” of fish per 10 gallons or so of water. ... A Koi Fish minimum tank size probably shouldn't be less than 50 gallons for as little as two or three fish.

  • Do squids feel pain when eaten alive?

    Octopus feel and remember pain Octopus feel pain and they feel themselves being chopped up and eaten alive. In an article published by Vice they interviewed Jennifer Mather, PhD, an expert in the behaviour of octopus and squid at the University of Lethbridge in Alberta.

  • Can you eat anchovies Raw?

    When eaten directly from the can, anchovies can be quite salty. This is because strong brine is routinely used in the preservation process. While it is not possible to remove all of the salt from an anchovy; soaking the fish fillets, will effectively reduce the saltiness.

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