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Crayfish are prepared in a variety of different ways in different regions, with the most popular way being spicy (a combined flavor of Sichuan pepper and hot chili) stir-fried with other ingredients, or stir-fried with minced garlic or salted egg yolk for those who can't eat spicy food, steamed whole for those who prefer lighter flavors, or ...
Most crayfish cannot tolerate polluted water, although some species, such as Procambarus clarkii, are hardier. Crayfish feed on animals and plants, either living or decomposing, and detritus. [1] The term "crayfish" is applied to saltwater species in some countries.
Crayfish party in Häringe slott, Sweden 1991. Crayfish cooked with dill in the traditional manner. Kraftskiva with traditional decorations and dishes. A crayfish party (Swedish: kräftskiva [ˈkrɛ̂ftˌɧiːva]) is a traditional summertime eating and drinking celebration in the Nordic countries.
Astacus astacus, the European crayfish, noble crayfish, or broad-fingered crayfish, is the most common species of crayfish in Europe, and a traditional food source. Like other true crayfish, A. astacus is restricted to fresh water , living only in unpolluted streams, rivers, and lakes.
The Tasmanian giant freshwater crayfish (Astacopsis gouldi), also called Tasmanian giant freshwater lobster, is the largest freshwater invertebrate and the largest freshwater crayfish species in the world. The species is only found in the rivers below 400 metres (1,300 ft) above sea level in northern Tasmania, an island-state of Australia.
One of the joys of Fat Tuesday is eating as much crawfish as you can. But with a shortage of shellfish in Louisiana, where most businesses get their crawfish from, it can put a damper on the day.
It is commonly called crayfish in Australia and New Zealand and kōura in Māori. [3] They resemble lobsters , but lack the large characteristic pincers on the first pair of walking legs. Spiny rock lobsters are carnivorous , leaving their rock cover to venture out to feed during the night.
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