In recent years, many have redefined their attitude to food. First of all, people began to pay more attention to the quality of products, try to eat balanced, varied. It is nutrition that is the key to health, an active lifestyle, attractiveness and longevity. Not a single pill will help as much as food. An important role in maintaining the body in proper order is given to fish.
Universal Diet Product
In nutritional and taste qualities, fish is on a par with meat, however, in terms of ease of assimilation, it surpasses it in many respects, which is the indisputable advantage of this product. Fish contains from 13 to 23% protein, even more fat, the value of which is especially high, as they are easily digested and enriched with vitamins A and D.
The most important indicator of the nutritional value of fish is the presence of fat and protein substances in it. As a rule, the taste of its meat and culinary qualities depend on the amount of fat in the fish. Sturgeon, salmon, eel, lamprey are recognized as the most delicious fish, and they are the most high-calorie. However, a lower fat content does not detract from the value of the fish. Benign and easy digestion of fish meat makes it an indispensable product for the nutrition of children and people requiring a diet.
Which fish to choose
The fish on the shelves in our stores can be seen in several forms:
Fresh fish is the most preferred product, but do not despair if it is not sold in the areas of your residence. Fresh fish arrives in stores chilled, usually in ice. Cooled is a product that has been cold treated to protect it from spoilage, and its temperature is approaching its pour point, but the juice has not frozen yet. Fishermen try to cool the fish immediately after the catch, thereby preserving the freshness and usefulness of the product.
Frozen fish is the most common product for us in the store. It is preferable to store it in the refrigerator or freezer from -8 to -18 ° C. Frozen fish is as hard as ice, because all the liquid in it freezes. But, despite this, such a fish is not inferior to chilled or steam in terms of taste and nutrition, if it is properly defrosted.
From scraper to electrical apparatus
Before the fish gets to our table, it is first cleaned of scales. For centuries, people used a sharp object like a scraper to do this. Originally made such a fish scaler with their own hands from sharp stone. Metamorphoses with a scraper occurred in the following order:
- scraper,
- knife,
- mechanical fish cleaner
- electric scale cleaning machine.
As soon as people learned how to get iron, the knife took a leading position not only in hunting, but also in everyday life.
The process of cleansing fish from scales was quite simple: they moved a knife between the layer of scales and skin in the direction from the tail to the head, removing the plates. The main task was to clean the fish as best as possible, trying not to cut the skin. I must say that the knife for cleaning the scales remained in our kitchens for quite some time, until special hand-held fish cleaners appeared.
They were an object consisting of a pen on one side and a scraping blade on the other. Around the scraper blade were made walls into which the scales gathered. However, this modernization did not save from scattering it in different directions.
Unique fish cleaner
In order to facilitate the cleaning of fish, Russian inventors came up with and launched on the market a completely unique, simple, but extremely convenient item, which was called “electric fish scaler“ Minute. ”It will take you a minute to remove all the scales from the fish. Wait a minute. "The photo shows that the tool is made in two colors.
The advantage of this device
The electric fish scaler "Minute" differs in such qualities as:
- security,
- compactness
- ease of maintenance
- mobility,
- reliability.
The model is made of high impact plastic. The rubber coating of the handle makes the device more convenient to use, as the top coating prevents it from slipping and falling out of hands. Also, rubber has a protective function here - it protects the internal mechanism from damage.
Rechargeable fish scaler "Minute" uses a lithium battery - this is a type of electric battery that is widely used in complex technical devices, such as cell phones, smartphones. To maintain the device in good condition, a battery charge controller is built into it . It is this mechanism that protects the battery from exceeding the charge voltage, preventing it from overheating.
Professional fish scaler consists of:
- nozzles for cleaning,
- protective cover
- battery
- handles with an integrated mechanism.
The versatility of using a fish scaler
You can use the electric appliance both at home and outdoors. When fully charged, the device can work for two hours. This is enough to clean the fish to prepare a full meal for a large and friendly family. Even if you have run out of charge, you can use a car cigarette lighter to recharge the battery. In addition, fishing enthusiasts “Minutka” have only positive feedback from fishing enthusiasts, as it makes it possible to perform not-so-clean work in nature and bring home a product that is already ready for cooking. Agree, for the wife of a fisherman - it's just a miracle! The brought catch will only be washed and put in a frying pan. While the husband takes things apart, the wife will have time to bring the freshest product to the table. As a result, we get harmony and mutual understanding in the family.
Fish Cleaning Characteristics
The device, despite its seemingly large size, allows you to cope with both large and small fish.
Its length is 27 cm and its width is 8. Only an electric fish scaler weighs only 690 grams. User reviews note that the ergonomic handle fits nicely in the palm of your hand, does not cause inconvenience, and is easily held in the hand. In addition, the temperature range at which the device can operate is quite wide: from -10 ° C to + 50 ° C. In the areas of the Far East and the Far North in winter you will not work on a street with a fish scaler, but most of the vastness of our country is quite suitable for using an electric device on the street all year round. Another advantage of the Minutka fish scaler is its ability to work under running water, that is, you can not be afraid that the device will immediately fail if it accidentally gets wet.
Electric cleaning at work
Let's see how to sequentially work with this unit. Professional fish scaler compactly fits into the case, which allows you to keep the device clean.
For better cushioning, the set is stacked in a protective foam layer. Before starting work, you must remove the device from the case. Further, since the fish scaler with the container, we put on and fasten the casing, which prevents the spread of scales in the room. We insert the device into the outlet if we perform work at home. Press the button and attach the device to the fish. We calmly begin to move from tail to head. The scales are easy to remove and compactly fit inside the casing. If there are a lot of fish and the casing is full, you must stop the device, remove the casing, free it from accumulated scales and put it back on the device. After finishing work, disconnect it from the power outlet, remove the protective container, rinse it with water, cutter, dry it and put it in a case. It is advisable not to leave water on the devices, this is a guarantee of long trouble-free operation. In no case should you turn on the device if you are not wearing a casing. Be careful not to hand it over to children, as the electric device is equipped with a sharp cutter, and if the casing is removed, then trouble may occur.
Easy operation
If you have an electric fish scaler in your hands, reviews say that you are a happy owner of a device that will turn cleaning fish from a tedious task into a pleasure.
There will be no need to collect scales throughout the apartment, much less time is spent on active work.
Housewives note with admiration that with the advent of the electric variety in the house, they began to cook fish dishes much more often. Indeed, even manual fish scalers cannot boast such ease of use.
Men argue that there is no better gift for fisherman friends than the Minutka fish scaler. The reviews of experts recommend that everyone follow simple safety rules:
- It is not recommended to turn on / off the device with wet hands;
- it is forbidden to leave the device turned on unattended;
- it is forbidden to connect the disassembled device to the network;
- it is better to avoid the fall of the fish scaler, as well as heavy objects falling on it.
There are a number of reasons that arise during the operation of the device, which the owners themselves are able to identify and eliminate. If the plug or cable is faulty, you can replace them yourself if you are an expert on these works. If you prefer specialists to repair it, take it to a workshop. The manufacturer has established a warranty period of service for one year.
Universal gift
Fish scaler "Minute" user reviews is only positive.
The device will help good housewives instantly clean fish from scales and not damage tender meat. When working, the table, walls, sink are clean; there is no need to spend additional time on putting the kitchen space in order. In addition, due to its compactness, the fish scaler does not take up much space, it can always be at hand. There is another positive point: the device works quietly, does not irritate at all. This is a wonderful find for housewives.
Fishermen and tourists can not do without such a device. The device runs on a car cigarette lighter 12V, has a long cord, which makes it possible to clean fish in nature and bring home an almost finished product.
The practice of using the device shows that the Minutka fish scaler reviews from professional chefs working in cafes or restaurants are encouraging. Culinary experts note that the speed and cleanliness of the work is that terrific tool to surprise visitors with the quick preparation of fish dishes.
Bon Appetit
In conclusion of our article, I would like to offer a peculiar recipe for cooking fish scale dishes. With the help of an electric fish scaler "Minute" we will collect the scales of pike, carp or crucian carp. Put it in a gauze bag, add onions, carrots, celery, peppercorns, bay leaves to it. Put the bag in the pan. Pour water so that the entire set of products remains in the water and a couple of centimeters is still on top. Cook for three hours. Then we turn it off and let our broth brew for the next three hours. Next, squeeze the bag with the scales and remove it. Put the boiled fish in the pre-cooked tins and pour the resulting broth. This broth does not require gelatin, aspic from fish will turn out to be most delicious.