Come and Buy Fish
Date: 2006 ; Nigeria , Nigeria in terms of modern geography
Art form: Painting
Dimensions: 36 X 46 cm (14.17 X 18.11 in)
Come and Buy Fish
The painting is simply referring to the health benefits of eating fish as a way of communication between the seller and the buyer on our local streets trading in Lagos.
Fish is easy to cook at home. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed at the fish counter. Which is tastiest? Which is healthiest? Which is the most sustainable choice?
Fish, particularly those high in a type of healthful fat called omega-3 fatty acids, can confer substantial health benefits.
The first step in becoming a seafood aficionado is buying the right type of fish for your recipe. The seafood counter at your local supermarket can be a little intimidating, but however there is a quick guide for choosing the perfect fish.
Fresh fish are generally separated into two categories -- lean and fatty. Lean fish contain 1% to 5% fat. Fatty fish contain 5% to 35% fat,
which makes their flesh darker, richer, and stronger tasting than lean fish.
Fish also are categorized as either round fish -- fish with rounder bodies and one eye on each side of the head -- or flat fish. Flat fish have both eyes on one side of the head. Depending on whether they are flat or round, fish also come in various cuts:
Whole fish of both types are sold with the head, tail, fins, and scales intact and must be gutted and scaled before cooking. Dressed fish are gutted and scaled with the head, tails, and fins intact. Pan-dressed fish are dressed and have the head and tail cut off so that the fish fits into a skillet. If fresh whole fish is readily available, you not only benefit economically but also receive the highest quality in freshness and taste. The skin acts as a protective covering and keeps the fish more flavorful and juicy.
