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Safe Seafood For You And Your Family

Cooking seafood can feel like navigating rough waters, but we'll steer you straight. Master safe handling, prep, and cook times to serve up seafood that's ocean-fresh without worry. Our guides ensure you avoid fishy situations.
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How Long Can Shrimp Stay In The Freezer

How Long Can Shrimp Stay In The Freezer

  We all know that shrimp can be a delightful addition to many dishes, from shrimp cocktails to paellas, and everything in between. But when you spot that sale at [...]
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Can You Eat Salmon EVERY DAY

Can You Eat Salmon EVERY DAY? Shocker!

Salmon, with its rich flavor and numerous health benefits, is often celebrated as a superfood. But is it possible to have too much of a good thing? In the quest [...]
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How Long Can Salmon Stay In The Freezer

Whether you caught a great sale at the grocery store, had a successful fishing trip, or simply want to have [...]

Cooking Fish Safely at Home: A Start-to-Finish Guide

Seafood not only tastes amazing, but provides great health benefits like omega-3s, vitamin B12, and protein. However, fish and shellfish [...]

How Long Can Shrimp Stay In The Freezer

  We all know that shrimp can be a delightful addition to many dishes, from shrimp cocktails to paellas, and [...]

Can You Eat Koi Fish?

Koi fish, those beautiful ornamental creatures that grace many a garden pond, and whether they find a place on our [...]

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How to properly defrost fish

Fish is a delicious and healthy protein option to have on hand. But that frozen fillet or seafood needs thawing first before cooking up that amazing meal. Improper defrosting is a common food safety mistake made in home kitchens. As your Fish Safety Dad, let me walk you through the [...]

Can You Eat Coconut Crabs?

It’s your Food Safety Dad here, back with another intriguing topic that I’m pretty excited to talk about. Today, we’re diving into the world of exotic delicacies and answering a question that might have tickled the fancy of adventurous eaters out there: Can you eat coconut crabs? Now, before we [...]

Can You Eat Koi Fish?

Koi fish, those beautiful ornamental creatures that grace many a garden pond, and whether they find a place on our dinner plates. BUT are they yummy? You might be thinking, “Koi fish? Aren’t those the decorative fish people spend hundreds, sometimes thousands of dollars on?” Yes, indeed, they are! But [...]

Can You Eat Raw Shrimp?

elicacy in many parts of the world, but also a point of contention when it comes to safe consumption: raw shrimp. Shrimp is a popular seafood enjoyed by many. Its versatility makes it a favorite ingredient in salads, pastas, and fancy appetizers. But before you consider popping a piece of [...]
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