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buying fish

For most cooks, nothing is more daunting than shopping for fish. In an ideal world, you'd all be best buddies with the local fishmonger. That way, you'd be practically guaranteed to get the freshest fish available. But since that's not always an option, here's the next-best way to be sure the fish you're buying is always as fresh as possible:

* Check the Sheen

Fresh fish is shiny. Any film on the fish should be transparent and glistening. If it's not, don't buy it.

* Feel the Firmness

Fish flesh should feel firm and the skin taut. If possible, press your finger against the side of the fish. It shouldn't leave an ...

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