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The pandemic introduced a lot of us to the convenience ofgrocery delivery.
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But if the idea of having frozen seafood delivered still seems kinda weird, well, thats understandable.
After all, aren’t fish and shellfish supposed to be fresh?
Theres nothing appetizing about old fish.
Plus, its often cheaper than fresh.
If youre still a little iffy, hear us out.
Frozen seafood is flash frozen at peak freshnessand packed to stay that way.
[Fishers] are processing and freezing fish right on the boat when its caught at ultralow temperatures.
So it freezes very quickly to preserve its texture, Dien says.
Thats important, since fresher seafood can often mean better flavor (plus less risk of quicker spoilage).
Even on warm days, the product usually arrives frozen, Damato says.
Food and Drug Administration(FDA).
(If your seafood arrives in questionable condition, reach out to the company.
Most should be willing to give you a refund or send out a replacement.)
With some easy planning, frozen seafood is a ready-to-go protein for weeknight dinners.
But you’re free to only work so far ahead when youre dealing with fresh fish.
Theyre more likely to break down or be more difficult to handle, Colombatto says.
One defrost method you may want to steer clear of?
you’re able to try out some frozen seafood options before you commit.
No need to be limited to the frozen options at your local market.
Options abound for buying delicious, sustainably caught seafood from online retailers, including as regularsubscription boxes.
But theyre also smart shoppingand eating.
To find the right sub box for you, Bazilian recommends doing some background research on the brand.
Look at the companys bigger picture.
Where do they source their fish or seafood from?
Whats their commitment to quality and safety?
Need some help getting started?
Vital Choice focuses on wild-caught seafood, including salmon.
So in addition to supportingsustainableseafood, youre also supporting small, local economies.
Try it out month to month, or opt for an ongoing subscription and save 10%.
Sitka offers options for families of one to two people all the way up to five or more people.
Shipping is free for boxes over $99.
Found: The legit best alternative to strolling the seafood market and seeing whats new.
According to Sea to Table, its wild seafood is responsibly caught off the U.S. coasts.
The brands curated boxes come with cool themes (think grilling,tacos, and even sushi!)
to keep dinner fresh and interesting.
Shipping for orders over $99 is free.
The NYC-based fish market has been around since 1822, though their monthly subscription boxes arentquitethat old.
Good to know:Not every seafood pick is from the U.S.
But the market is 100% transparent about your seafoods country of origin and whether its wild or farmed.
(Starting at $65/month,thefishdrop.com)
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