How and how much to cook pink salmon

How to choose pink salmon

Quality fish has no external damage. From above, it does not have unnatural dark spots, and the flesh is pink, not faded. The surface is slightly damp, without sticky mucus or plaque, and the tail and fins are free from drying out and brittleness. The fish or individual pieces are firm and loose to the touch.

If you buy a whole pink salmon, additionally evaluate the gills: they should be red in color, without darkening and a yellowish or greenish tint.

The smell is natural, fishy, but not harsh and without impurities.

How and how much to cook pink salmon: fresh pink salmon

When buying a frozen version, make sure that there is practically no ice in the pack.

How to prepare pink salmon

If the fish is whole, rinse it first and remove the scales in the direction from the tail to the head. After cutting off the head, tail and fins, carefully remove the insides. If you come across pink salmon with caviar, you can pickle it. Be sure to rinse the cleaned fish again.

It is enough to rinse chilled portioned steaks or fillets under running water.

Transfer the frozen pink salmon from the freezer to the refrigerator compartment a few hours before boiling so that it has time to thaw. Then clean and rinse.

Before cooking, cut the fish into portions or use a knife to separate the fillets from the bones. It is better not to use the head and tail if you are not going to cook the ear.

Pink salmon can be marinated before steaming. To do this, rub the pieces of fish with spices and salt, add a little lemon juice. Leave to marinate for 30-40 minutes.

How much to cook pink salmon

The cooking time depends on the method. So, in water, medium pieces of fish will cook in 10-15 minutes, and steamed in 20-25 minutes. Large ones can take a little longer to cook, and small ones faster.

Finished fish becomes paler, but retains a pinkish tint. The pulp breaks easily with a fork and leaves the bones.

How to cook pink salmon on the stove

In water

Place the fish in a saucepan and cover with cold water until it is completely covered. You can add carrots and onions: put them immediately together with pink salmon. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low.

Season with salt immediately after boiling or a couple of minutes until tender. Also in boiling water, you can throw spices to taste, lavrushka, pour in a little lemon juice and olive oil. Cook under the lid and remove the froth from the surface.

For a couple

Boil some water in a saucepan. Place the steamer insert and place the fish. Make sure the pink salmon does not come into contact with liquid. If you haven't marinated the carcass, sprinkle with salt and spices to taste. Cover and cook over low heat.

How to cook pink salmon in a slow cooker

Usually steamed fish is cooked in a slow cooker.

Pour in the right amount of liquid and install a special container. Arrange the fish, add medium-sized chopped vegetables if desired. If not pickled pink salmon, season with salt and spices. Close the cover. Cook in the "Steam" mode, and if not - in the "Soup" mode.

How to cook pink salmon in a double boiler

Prepare a double boiler and put the fish in it in one layer, it is possible together with medium-sized chopped vegetables. If not previously marinated, add spices and salt to taste. Steam until tender.