lautnusantara.com So one of the delicious and popular food ingredients is the community. For those who like to cook, they will definitely buy fresh fish from the market or supermarket so that the condition is prime and the taste is maintained. But actually, there is no fish that is truly fresh. Why is that?
Because technically, all animals that have just died will slowly experience gradual decay, including fish. When a fish is caught or harvested and then dies, the animal will experience rigor mortis or muscle stiffness and begin to soften again after a while.
The freshness of fish is closely related to the condition of the fish when it is still alive. However, the term "fresh fish" in the context of trade and consumption has a broader meaning. Here is the explanation:

1. Definition of Fresh Fish

a. In general, fresh fish is fish that has not undergone significant changes that cause damage or decay.
b. According to the Law, Fresh Fish is fish that has not undergone preservation treatment except for chilling.
c. The freshness of fish is measured based on several factors, including:

• Appearance: Clear eyes, fresh red gills, shiny skin.
• Texture: Chewy and elastic meat.
• Smell: The distinctive smell of fresh fish, not fishy or rotten.

2. Why Can Dead Fish Be Called Fresh?

• The decay process begins immediately after the fish dies. However, with proper handling, such as cooling or freezing, this process can be slowed down significantly.
• Freshly caught and immediately chilled fish can maintain their freshness for some time.
• In the context of trade, "fresh fish" refers to fish that still has the best quality and is suitable for consumption, even though it is no longer alive.

3. Factors Affecting Fish Freshness

• Time of capture: Fish that are caught earlier and immediately chilled will be fresher.
• Handling method: Good and hygienic handling is very important to maintain the freshness of fish.
• Storage temperature: Low temperatures can slow the growth of bacteria and prolong the freshness of fish.

Although live fish are the freshest, the term "fresh fish" in trade also includes dead fish that are still of good quality. Proper handling is very important to maintain the freshness of fish after being caught.

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