What is the best time to catch sand crabs?
Chef's answer
morningThe best sand crabbing is always early morning and, if you can already have your pots out in the water well before the sun comes up, your catch will be better.
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The USDA Food Safety Inspection Service states that the only way to accurately measure if a product is cooked to a safe temperature is to use a food thermometer.
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Cast iron pansCast iron pans are my favorite for searing because they retain heat so well and preheat nicely. Drop in your scallops, and make sure to give them enough space in the pan so they're not steaming each other.
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I've used wet scallops with pretty good success. First trick is to place them in a dish and let them sit for a day (2-3 days if frozen (yes, horrors, I know!)) Drain the liquid if any appears. After that, place on a papertowel for 10 minutes or so..
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Top loin. Considered the "tender loin" the top loin is the most-premium piece of a Norwegian salmon. Featuring a high fat-to-flesh ratio, it's ideal for all cooking styles, especially grilling, poaching, sauteing, smoking, slow roasting and traditional gravlaks..
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Salmon eggsSalmon eggs are the top choice for bait, although sand shrimp are very popular for chinook salmon. Some anglers like to fish both at the same time. Marabou jigs (Photo 10) can be used instead of bait and can be especially effective on pink salmon, or other salmon when the water is very low and clear..
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What are the best oils for deep frying fish? The best oils for deep-frying fish have high smoke points and a flavor that will pair well with fish without interfering with or overpowering the taste of the fish. Canola oil, peanut oil, sunflower oil, safflower oil, and vegetable oil are all good choices.
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Typically, the larger the scallop, the higher the price.
- Bay scallops are smaller than sea scallops (about 12-inch in diameter, 50 to 100 per pound) and are considered to be the sweetest and most succulent. ...
- Ask the fishmonger for "dry" scallops. ...
- As with any seafood, shop for scallops with your eyes and nose.
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