Although arguably there is no connection between the meaning of a surname and a coat of arms, the origins as known seem to us unlikely given that a coat of arms of great prominence was granted to the family of Hurtado de Mendoza in circa 1600.
Freezing meat keeps bacteria in a dormant stage. However, once thawed, these bacteria can become active again. Never thaw meat on the counter or let it sit out of the refrigerator for more than two hours. In the summer, reduce this time to 1 hour.
Best Answer: Hi Cindy,Let them defrost covered either in the fridge or out they shouldn't take too long .I would marinate them after defrosting,when frozen they are less likely to absorb the marinade,about 20 -30 minutes should be ok. I would not use salt as this will draw out the juices and could dry the fish out.