fugu
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The Japanese name for certain species of puffer
FISH or blow
FISH, which, though considered delicacies, contain a poison so toxic it can kill. It's so imperative that fugu be cleaned and prepared properly that entire books have been written on the subject. In commercial Japanese kitchens, where this
FISH is used in both
SASHIMI and
NABEMONO preparations, only qualified cooks may deal with fugu. See also
FISH.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.
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