How to eat fish eyes?

Fish eyes are a delicacy enjoyed by many cultures around the world. Aside from being rich in nutrients, they’re also an excellent source of protein, collagen and omega-3 fatty acids. In this guide, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about how to eat fish eyes like a pro.

Why You Should Eat Fish Eyes

Before we dive into the nitty-gritty details of eating fish eyes, let’s take a moment to talk about why you should even consider it in the first place. Here are some reasons:

  • Nutrient-rich
  • High in protein
  • Contains collagen and omega-3 fatty acids
  • Can benefit brain and heart health
  • It’s delicious! Trust us on this one

Types of Fish with Edible Eyes

Not all types of fish have edible eyes. When choosing which type of fish eye dish to try, it is important that you check if their eyes can be consumed.

Here are some common species whose eyes can be eaten:

Type Examples
Saltwater Tuna, swordfish
Freshwater Tilapia, catfish
Mollusks Squid, octopus

Note: Technically not “fish” but they do have edible eyes!

Preparing Fish Eyes for Consumption

Cooked or fresh – there is no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ way when preparing fish eyeballs as they could be served both cooked or raw just like sushi. In order for them to be safe for consumption, following these steps will help:

1) Rinse off any dirt or debris from your chosen set of eyeballs under cold running water.
2) Remove any excess fat or meat surrounding them; discard any yellow fluids coming out during dissection (these fluids could contain pollutants).
3) Dip the fish eyes in boiling water for no more than 30 seconds; OR place them on a baking sheet, lightly sprinkle with salt and bake until they are cooked completely through.

Note: We highly recommend consuming cooked fish eyeballs to avoid any potential dangers from raw consumption such as parasites or bacteria.

How to Eat Fish Eyes

Now that you’ve prepared your edible treats, it’s time to indulge! Here are some of the ways that you can eat fish eyes:

Eating Them Whole

1) Place one eye on a small spoon.
2) Suck out the juices inside of it (which varies in consistency by species)
3) Murmur ‘mmmm’ because this is delicious!
4)Disclaimer: Some people swallow whole but caution should be taken not too choke.

Chopped up and/or w/other food items

Another way to consume fish eyes is by adding them into dishes or even eating them alongside other foods. They could also be added:

  • On top of ramen
  • Mashed up mixed with eggs
  • In soups & stews
  • Eaten alongside sashimi (Oh la la!)

Some who aren’t huge fans of their texture have been known to add some crunchiness just like Chef Kis Koren does where he batters and fries both large squid arms & tentacle tips along with succulent orbs – sure has an insane recipe so check those crunchy balls from here!

So many options really!

Conclusion

There you have it, folks: everything you need to know about how to eat fish eyes! We hope this guide inspires you in trying something new & adventurous when exploring culinary possibilities next time you’re hitting seafood aisles at marketplaces.

Remember, always make safety a priority while handling seafood!
Happy feasting!

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