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How Is Fugu Prepared Safely?
To serve fugu legally in Japan, chefs must undergo years of training and pass a rigorous government certification exam . Only after mastering the precise techniques of cleaning and slicing the fish can they earn the right to prepare it.
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Key Safety Measures:
Only certified chefs may prepare fugu in professional kitchens.
Toxic parts of the fish (like the liver) are banned for sale to the public .
Restaurants follow strict guidelines for disposal of toxic organs .
Some chefs use non-toxic
