FAQs
At Clover Leaf, we pride ourselves on our extensive knowledge of seafood and our willingness to provide information. Here are a few frequently asked questions. Please select a category and click on a question below.
Questions - Product
- Why is my white tuna not always the colour "white"?
- Can leftover canned product be refrigerated or frozen?
- How long do Seafood Delectables™ remain fresh after opening the package?
- Should I freeze Seafood Delectables™ and what happens if I freeze Seafood Delectables™?
- For how long can you store a can of tuna and will it still be edible?
- Are Clover Leaf Seafood Delectables™ fully cooked and can Seafood Delectables™ be heated?
- What are Clover Leaf Seafood Delectables™?
- What are the ingredients in the vegetable broth in canned tuna?
- Is salmon a fatty fish?
Answers
1) Why is my white tuna not always the colour "white"?
Albacore is classified as “white” tuna, but there are several factors which can produce visible can-to-can variations in colour. It has been determined through research and processing experience that factors such as location where caught, water depth and temperature, and diet of the fish can affect the appearance, odour, flavour, and /or texture of the fish. This natural variation in raw fish is common to the tuna industry and is sometimes reflected in the finished product. For example, the colour of albacore can vary from nearly sheer to light pink, beige, or tan and still meet established colour requirements. You can be sure, however, that only high quality fish are used in Clover Leaf products.
2) Can leftover canned product be refrigerated or frozen?
Once Clover Leaf canned or pouched product is opened, leftover contents should be immediately removed from their original package, placed in a covered, non-metallic container and refrigerated. The leftover product should be used within one to three days.
It is not advisable to freeze seafood products in unopened cans or pouches. However, once cans or pouches are opened, any unused contents should be immediately transferred to a covered non-metallic container, refrigerated and utilized within one to three days. Opened product can also be transferred to, and frozen in plastic bags or other containers suitable for freezing.
3) How long do Seafood Delectables™ remain fresh after opening the package?
Clover Leaf Seafood Delectables™ will stay fresh and delicious for up to 4 days if covered and refrigerated.
4) Should I freeze Seafood Delectables™ and what happens if I freeze Seafood Delectables™?
Freezing is not recommended and is not necessary, because the product remains fresh and flavourful up until the “Best Before” date when Seafood Delectables are kept refrigerated and unopened. After opening a package of Seafood Delectables™, it will remain fresh for up to 4 days when covered and refrigerated. If on the other hand, you have to freeze Seafood Delectables because they are close to, or at the best before date, the product will be just fine once you thaw it for your next recipe. Just make sure you freeze it in an airtight package!
Freezing Seafood Delectables™ will make it appear darker. Also, you may notice some changes in the texture and colour of the product after thawing. In addition, it may be softer, and some free moisture may be present in the package. The flavour will not be affected. Submerge package in cold water, or thaw in refrigerator. Microwave or oven thawing is NOT recommended.
5) For how long can you store a can of tuna and will it still be edible?
Commercially canned tuna may be safely stored for several years as long as the cans are not bulged, leaking, or otherwise damaged and the seams are intact. (If these conditions are present, the product should of course, not be consumed.) Palatability, however, may be affected over prolonged time periods, especially under adverse storage conditions. For example, the palatability of product stored at high temperatures will be adversely affected during a shorter time frame than product stored at moderate or cool temperatures. It is recommended, therefore, that canned tuna inventories be rotated every one to two years to assure the best quality. It is not considered advisable to freeze tuna in unopened cans. However, once cans are opened, any unused contents should be immediately refrigerated and utilized within one to two days. Opened product can also be frozen in plastic bags or other containers suitable for freezing.
6) Are Clover Leaf Seafood Delectables™ fully cooked and can Seafood Delectables™ be heated?
Yes, they’re steam-baked and pasteurized, therefore they are ready to use straight from the package.
Seafood Delectables™ may be served either hot or cold. For hot applications we recommend you add Seafood Delectables™ to the hot meal just prior to serving.
7) What are Clover Leaf Seafood Delectables™?
Clover Leaf Seafood Delectables™ are made from North Pacific white fish such as pollock or whiting. These fillets are deboned, chopped and washed with water to remove fat. Artificial Crab, or lobster flavour is added, and this fat-free product is steam baked, packaged and sealed for freshness, and then pasteurized. Clover Leaf Seafood DelectablesTM contain no oils or soy extenders.
8) What are the ingredients in the vegetable broth in canned tuna?
Clover Leaf Tuna packed in vegetable broth contains a small amount of flavouring broth made from the following list of vegetables: Carrots; Peas; Green & Red Bell Peppers; Onions; Parsley; Celery; Garlic.
9) Is salmon a fatty fish?
A 100g serving of Clover Leaf Sockeye Salmon contains 158 calories and 10.1 grams of fat. However, we should tell you that the majority of fat is unsaturated at 7.6 grams. These unsaturated fats include Omega 3 fatty acids which have been identified as an element which can help reduce the risk of heart attacks, and help lower cholesterol. If you are looking for a slightly less fatty fish, we suggest you try Clover Leaf Pink or Clover Leaf Keta Salmon for a change. They do contain less fat and calories and are much more economical. While the taste is quite different they do offer excellent alternatives for cooked recipes. A 100g serving of Clover Leaf Pink Salmon contains 132 calories and 7.4 grams of fat, with almost as much Omega 3 fatty acids as Sockeye. Our Clover Leaf Keta Salmon has 112 calories and 3.6 grams of fat. Whichever Clover Leaf salmon you choose, you can be assured that you are receiving the highest quality and best value.
