Victor
Check the clams do not have any algal toxins in them. Symptoms of PSP
poisoning are described, amongst others, as tingling or burning sensation of
lips, tongue and face.
Peter Howgate
----- Original Message -----
From: Victor Garrido <vmga@GNV.IFAS.UFL.EDU>
To: <seafood@ucdavis.edu>
Sent: Thursday, April 13, 2000 1:01 PM
Subject: Hard Clam off-flavor
> I have been asked to identify a flavor problem in hard clam (mercenaria
> spp). The clams were harvested from high salinity areas and there is no
> change in any other organoleptic characteristic. The clams are said to
> taste peppery and spicy hot. Product has been harvested from the same
> areas in the past without this problem.
>
> Any ideas????
>
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