Shellfish

Question 1

How to store shellfish

Answer 1

At the bottom of the fridge, ideally on crushed ice in a tray which allows the water to drain away.
Alternatively covered with a damp tea towel for short term storage.

Question 2

Examples of crustaceans

Answer 2

Crab, lobster, prawn, langoustines

Question 3

Examples of bivalve molluscs

Answer 3

Clams, mussels, cockles, oysters

Question 4

How to tell crustaceans are cooked?

Answer 4

Turns bright red, fibres set (turns from translucent to opaque.)

Question 5

How to tell molluscs are cooked?

Answer 5

Shell opens, flesh opaque

Question 6

Rules of buying/storing shellfish

Answer 6

Buy from a reputable source with high turnover
Use within 24 hours of purchase
Store in the fridge as soon after purchase as possible
Keep weather in mind, too hot = not good
If in doubt about freshness, don’t buy

Question 7

How to tell molluscs are safe to cook?

Answer 7

No damage to shell, tightly closed.

If not closed, gently tap. If it closes, it’s fine. If not, toss.

Question 8

Examples of cephalopods

Answer 8

Octopus
Squid
Cuttlefish

Question 9

Examples of gastropods

Answer 9

Winkles
Whelks
Limpet
Barnacle