Sushi: This is how raw fish is safe

HOW TO EAT RAW FISH SAFELY

The number of Italians who appreciate the sushi, the gastronomic preparation based on raw fish Japanese originAlong with enthusiasts specializing in preparing it at home, the number of specialized restaurants has also increased. Unfortunately, however, not all are up to par. fishIn fact, it's more susceptible to decay than meat, which exposes sushi to some very painful and dangerous infections.

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SUSHI: HEALTH RISKS

THEmost dangerous pitfall hidden between nigiri and maki, the typical sushi bites, is called Anisakis. It's about a very small larva which infests fish if the precautions are not followed properly cold chain. This parasite, once ingested, It lodges in the intestine and causes allergic reactionsIn more severe cases, it can also cause severe abdominal pain comparable in intensity to peritonitis. But that's not the only risk: overeating can cause the classic form of indigestion, which, however, in this case coincides with facial flushing, hives, and other discomforts. Once you're aware of the potential risks, don't be intimidated, because most of the time, the fish we eat is healthy. To be sure, follow these simple tips.

HOW TO EAT SUSHI SAFELY

There are ten tips, all simple, which help to avoid any danger and guarantee the goodness and healthiness of your sushi dinner.

• Raw fish It should be purchased fresh and consumed within three days.

• Select The busiest days for home consumption are Tuesdays and Fridays. And try not to switch suppliers too often.

• Freeze the fish for at least three to four days at a temperature around -18 degrees.

• The gutted fish It is always safer than the one sold with the entrails.

• Particular attention It must be done for the most endangered species, such as mackerel, sardines, tuna and blue fish.

• Marinated anchovies eat them only if previously frozen.

• When choosing a sushi restaurant Try to choose authentic Japanese ones. They know the safety technique very well.

• Make sure you however, that the sushi is prepared freshly.

• Better then restaurants with open kitchens, visible to consumers.

• The rice that you use for sushi must be cooled very well under fresh running water and ice.

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HOW TO EAT RAW FISH AT A RESTAURANT

We must be extremely careful when eating raw fish when we're away from home, especially during the scorching summer months. Remember that it's mandatory for any restaurant or retail outlet to chill fish to at least 15°C. -20 degrees for around 24 hours (this is provided for by European legislation). This allows the safe elimination of some dangerous parasites such asanisakis. This larva, once ingested, causes nausea, vomiting, fever, and abdominal pain. Restaurant owners, like supermarkets, are required to have blast chillers and, in theory, are subjected to periodic and stringent inspections.

Finally, some fish, if not chilled shortly after being caught and if not stored at suitable temperatures, can develop harmful substances that cannot be eliminated even by cooking. For example, histamineThese fish species also include mackerel and tuna.

WHAT DISEASES CAN YOU CAUGHT FROM SUSHI?

• Allergies and gastrointestinal infections
• Anisakidosis or anisakiasis, or parasitic infections of the intestinal tract
• Salmonella
• Staphylococcus
• Listera
• Cholera

WHEN TO AVOID SUSHI?

OUR FISH-BASED RECIPES:

• Fish balls for kids, make them with a little garnish. Or with sole.
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• Fish fingers: a recipe for making one of children's favorite dishes at home.