Mistakes Everyone Makes When Cooking Salmon
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Salmon has gained popularity over the years. People love this fish not just because of its flavor and health benefits but also its versatility. Did you know you can grill, smoke, bake, steam, or poach it? It’s also less fishy compared to other varieties. If you are planning to cook this fish for dinner, be sure to check out these mistakes everyone makes when cooking salmon before starting to prepare.
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These tips by Mashed will help you make the most of your salmon. Here are some recipes you might want to try: Honey Garlic Salmon Bites Recipe, Brown Butter Glazed Old Bay Salmon, Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Salmon
6 Mistakes to Avoid When Cooking Salmon
1 – Getting bad fish
Check the appearance of salmon. In general, brighter colors are better than place ones. According to Epicurious, you should avoid fish that look dry or have a brown color instead of uniform reds and pinks.
2 – Thawing it wrong
Thawing your fish in the microwave will result in rubbery, dry fillets. Avoid thawing fish using heat. You can thaw it overnight in the fridge or sealed bag under cold running water.
3 – Bones are not all removed
To remove the bones, run a knife against the grain. The end of the bones will poke out of the flesh. Using a clean pair of tweezers, carefully pull out all the remaining bones one by one.
4 – Seasoning it wrong
Salt is used in preserving meat and fish. Do not season your fish with salt too early as it can cure your meal before you cook it. If you are going to poach it, it is important to season the cooking water. Rub the seasoning on the salmon and add it to the water as well.
5 – Touching it too much
If you touch your salmon too much, it may fall apart. Once you put on the heat, leave your fish alone. Salmon is cooked best when placed over fairly high heat for just long enough to turn the flesh opaque. If you place the lid, you may not need to turn it all. But if you are grilling it, turn it over just once about halfway through.
6 – Overcooking your salmon
The ideal time to remove salmon from heat is just before it’s done, so you can allow it to sit for a few minutes. The residual heat will finish the cooking process. To be sure, you can use a meat thermometer. It should be about 145F.
Mistakes Everyone Makes When Cooking Salmon
