Buying poultry meat? Keep these in mind

The freshness of the meat you buy is as important as the cooking part to ensure taste and health of a dish. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when you buy poultry meat.

- While buying live birds, go in for the one which weighs well and looks healthy.

- See that the bird's breast is well formed and fleshy

- There should be no cuts or wounds on the flesh. The chicken changes colour if the blood is not fully drained out. It’s not advisable to cook such meat.

- Rub in salt and keep the chicken for a while to make it soft.

- Once broiler chicken is brought home, take it out of the polythene bag and keep it wrapped in a piece cloth dipped in vinegar.

- To ensure that the chicken pieces smell good, clean it with salt and vinegar.