Is refrigerated seafood fresher than seafood displayed on ice but uncovered?
I'm guessing that seafood displayed in refrigerators aren't exposed to room temperature
would be fresher than seafood exposed on ice?
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Based on your other post, I am assuming you are in Canada. And in Canada, fish have to be labeled previously frozen or fresh based on its storage history. So assuming we are only talking about the ones labeled fresh. Here is what I have experienced.
Between choices above the "fresher" option doesn't really exist both options the fish have been sitting for some time. As a result that "shore-side" freshness is lost. However, a more optimal tasting fish would be from the covered ones because it is chilled and has not exposed to room temperature air for as long. This helps preserve the moisture and texture of the fish.
The other thing to consider is, were the fish (or other seafood) farmed or naturally caught. Because, and this is especially true for fish, the taste will differ greatly, as will even the colour of the meat.
So in short - the covered one is more "fresh" and neither is truly fresh.
Hope this helps.
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The other thing to consider is, were the fish (or other seafood) farmed or naturally caught. Because, and this is especially true for fish, the taste will differ greatly, as will even the colour of the meat. So in short - the covered one is more "fresh" and neither is truly fresh.How do you check the freshness of fish and shellfish?
Fresh Fish and ShrimpFish should smell fresh and mild, not fishy, sour, or ammonia-like. A fish's eyes should be clear and shiny. Whole fish should have firm flesh and red gills with no odor. Fresh fillets should have firm flesh and red blood lines, or red flesh if fresh tuna.How long does fresh fish last in fridge?
Bottom Line. Fresh fish can last in the fridge for up to two days, while cooked fish can be refrigerated for up to four days. If the fresh fish smells fishy or sour, or has any discoloration around the edges, it's best to throw it out.How fresh is supermarket fish?
Fish on a counter at a supermarket can be up to nine days old by the time you buy it, it has been claimed. However most fillets sold on fish counters have been previously frozen and then defrosted to keep fish fresh before it reaches stores.How long does whole fish last in the fridge?
Raw fish and shellfish should be kept in the refrigerator (40 \xb0F/4.4 \xb0C or less) only 1 or 2 days before cooking or freezing. After cooking, store seafood in the refrigerator 3 to 4 days. Any frozen fish or shellfish will be safe indefinitely; however, the flavor and texture will lessen after lengthy storage.Sources: Stack Exchange - This article follows the attribution requirements of Stack Exchange and is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.
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