How do I buy good pork?

Chef's answer
When buying pork, look for cuts with a relatively small amount of fat over the outside and with meat that is firm and a grayish pink color. For best flavor and tenderness, meat should have a small amount of marbling..
Frequently asked Questions 🎓
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3 Tips for Buying Brisket
  • Know the cut you want. Beef brisket comes in two cuts separated by a layer of fat. ...
  • Buy the right size. As we mentioned, brisket is usually cut as small as two pounds and as large as 14 pounds. ...
  • Don't worry about the marbling.
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    two daysWhen stored properly in the refrigerator, fresh fish should be cooked within two days, up to three at most, from the time it was purchased. Shelf life does vary from species to species, with some lasting slightly longer. Two days is a good rule of thumb to follow.
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    All clams should have an ocean-fresh aroma, and closed shells. Give any open-shelled clams a tap, and if they don't shut, discard the clam (soft-shelled clams will stay slightly open.
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    When choosing lamb, use the same guidelines you would use for beef. The meat should be a healthy red color.
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    Explanation: You should consider first the quality because when you consider first for example the price, which is let say cheap you will then might get a low quality meat which is not good for the health.
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    Good fish fillets or steaks should be shiny and bright, not gray or dry-looking. If the scales are still on it, they should look nice and moist, too. And if you're brave enough to buy a whole fresh fish, the gills should be red and moist, and the fins and tail should look fresh and bright.
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    two daysIf you can't remember when a food item was placed there, throw it out. All fresh ground beef should be used within two days of purchase. If fresh beef will not be used before the expiration date, place it tightly wrapped in your freezer on the bottom shelf.
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