SOME TIPS ON HOW TO CHOOSE FRESH SEAFOODS
FRESH FISH
— intact abdomen and bell walls
— natural slime covering
— shiny and tight skin
— bright red gills
— clear, full eyes
— firm flesh
— mild, fishy color
FRESH SHELLFISH
— closed shells
— clear creamy neat color
FRESH CRABS
— are heavy for their bulk
— have firm joints that are still when bent
FRESH SHRIMP
— mild odor
— firm meat
— shell that fits tightly
Source: Farmers’ Journal, 1982 FNRI