What Is Oyster?
Oyster is the common name for a number of different families of salt-water bivalve molluscs that live in marine or brackish habitats. In some species, the valves are highly calcified, and many are somewhat irregular in shape. Many, but not all oysters are in the superfamily Ostreoidea.
Some types of oysters are commonly consumed (cooked or raw), and in some locales are regarded as a delicacy. Some types of pearl oysters are harvested for the pearl produced within the mantle. Windowpane oysters are harvested for their translucent shells, which are used to make various kinds of decorative objects.
Is Oyster A Fish?
Despite the name, shellfish are not fish. Most shellfish are low on the food chain and eat a diet composed primarily of phytoplankton and zooplankton.
What Are Oysters Made Of?
Oysters are bivalves, which is the name for a number of marine and freshwater mollusks that have long, flat bodies made up of a shell consisting of two hinged parts. Oysters use their gills and cilia to process water and feed. Oysters have a small heart and internal organs, but no central nervous system.
Why Do People Eat Oysters?
Oysters are low-calorie and high in micronutrients, making them a healthy food for many people. Many of the specific health benefits of oysters are tied to their abundant array of micronutrients. The impressive amount of vitamin B12 makes them a natural choice for keeping your brain healthy.
What Do Oysters Taste Like?
Like other seafood, oysters shouldn’t taste overly fishy. Rather, they have a very subtle fish flavor, taste like the ocean, with mineral notes that vary depending on the type. While raw oysters themselves don’t have a strong flavor, they are usually served with lemon or sauce that adds flavor.
Are Oysters Healthy To Eat?
Oysters are highly nutritious shellfish that offer a wide array of health benefits. They’re packed with high quality protein, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants all of which benefit health. Still, raw oysters can contain potentially harmful bacteria. To avoid getting sick, enjoy oysters cooked instead.
Oyster Prices In Ghana:
Pacific Pearl Whole Oysters, 8-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12), 96 Ounce
GHS 920.00
24 Oysters on the Half Shell
GHS 2,324.00
Freshly Shucked Oysters (Quart)
GHS 1,834.00
Fresh Chesapeake Bay Oysters (50 Eagle Flats)