Why Can't You Reheat Shellfish? A Guide to Safety and Texture
                                
                                
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                                According to food safety experts, pathogens like *Staphylococcus aureus* produce heat-stable toxins that reheating cannot destroy. This is a major reason why you can't reheat shellfish without serious consideration for safety risks, along with the delicate nature of its proteins.