COMPOSITION AND NUTRITIVE VALUE OF A FISH PROCESSING A FISH

Question 1

what something is made of.

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Composition

Question 2

an amount of the essential nutrients carbohydrates, fat, protein, minerals, and vitamins in items of food.

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Nutritive Value

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commonly used to describe all forms of edible finfish, mollusks (e.g., clams and oysters), and crustaceans (e.g., crabs and lobsters) that inhabit an aquatic environment.

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seafood

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preparation of seafood and freshwater fish for human consumption.

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Fish processing

Question 5

fish are X% water?

Answer 5

10%

Question 6

fish are X% protein?

Answer 6

16%

Question 7

fish are X% fat?

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13%

Question 8

fish are X% ash?

Answer 8

10%

Question 9

fish is X% [calcium, carbohydrates, sugars, starches, vitamins]

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51%

Question 10

what are the vitamins found in fish?

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vitamins such as A, E, D and B2 (riboflavin)

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acids found in fish

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omega-3 fatty acids

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fish is rich in

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rich in calcium and phosphorus

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fish are a great source of minerals such as

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iron, zinc, iodine, magnesium, and potassium

Question 14

fish can help prevent what health issues?

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blood pressure
coronary heart disease
cancer
inflammatory disease

Question 15

the process of removing its exterior layer of thin, overlapping plates called scales. These scales offer protection to the fish but are typically discarded before cooking or processing.

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Scaling

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This is a handheld tool with a serrated edge that scrapes off scales in a scraping motion. Suitable for medium-sized fish with large scales

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Descaling knife

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This glove has a rough surface that grips and removes scales when rubbed against the fish. Ideal for small fish or species with delicate scales

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Scaling glove

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a step in the fish processing process often done before further cleaning, cooking, or preservation.

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Cutting of tails and fins

Question 19

used to cut the tails and fins. Lay the fish on a cutting board and cut its tails and fins with a sharp knife.

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Sharp knife

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used for small fish.

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Pair of scissors

Question 21

process of removing its internal organs, including the viscera (guts), gills. It is crucial step in fish processing before consumption or preservation and serving.

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Eviscerating

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This is the most important tool for making the initial incision and carefully removing organs.

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Sharp knife

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Wearing gloves helps protect your hands from cuts and bacteria.

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Gloves

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Choose a sturdy, non-slip cutting board large enough to accommodate the fish comfortably.

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Cutting board

Question 25

For small fish or removing hard-to-reach organs, tweezers can be helpful.

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Tweezers: (Optional)

Question 26

a fish refers to the final steps in processing a fish after it has been scaled, eviscerated, and possibly filleted. —focuses specifically on removing any remaining blood, tissue, and debris from the body cavity and surface of the fish. This ensures a clean and hygienic product for further processing, cooking, or storage.

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Cleansing

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You'll need at least two: one for clean water and another for collecting waste and rinse water.

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Clean bowls or containers

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These are essential for drying the fish thoroughly after rinsing.

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Paper towels

Question 29

Helpful for gently removing any residual blood or tissue from the body cavity.

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Spoon

Question 30

a food preservation method widely used for fish. It involves packing cooked or raw fish in airtight containers, sealing them securely, and heating them to a high temperature for a specific time.

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Canning

Question 31

Adding X to fish during the canning process can enhance flavor, preserve the fish and improve texture.

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salt

Question 32

Canned fish shelf life will last 1 up to X years.

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5