Salmon
Salmon cooks easily due to low connective tissue, retaining juiciness with its natural fat.
Flavor profile
Aroma: briny, ocean, rich
Good to know
Origin: North Atlantic and Pacific Oceans
Forms: fresh, smoked, canned
Storage: Refrigerate fresh salmon up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
How to use salmon
Grilling Goodness
Grill it, letting omega-3 fats melt and keep it luscious while boosting flavor.
Gravlax Game
Salt and sugar pulls moisture out, curing the fish and sweetening it subtly.
What goes with salmon
- Dill. Dill's fresh, caraway-like aroma cuts through salmon's rich, oily flesh.
- Lemon. Lemon's acidity cuts through salmon's richness, refreshing the palate.
- Capers. Capers' briny tang adds contrast to rich salmon.
- Asparagus. Asparagus's green, fresh flavor cuts the oiliness of roasted salmon.
- Miso. Miso's salty sweet umami seasons and glazes salmon's oily flesh.
- Soy Sauce. Soy sauce's umami balances salmon's natural richness and fattiness.
- Maple Syrup. Maple syrup caramelizes on salmon, adding sweetness to its oily texture.
- Fennel Bulb. Fresh anise notes and crunch lighten salmon's oily richness.
- Ginger. Ginger's fresh heat balances salmon's oily richness.
- Grapefruit. Grapefruit's sharp bitterness cuts through salmon's oily flesh.
Mistakes to avoid
- Overcooked salmon ends up as dry as cardboard. Don't do that.
- Miss the pin bones, and you'll have an unwelcome crunch.
Ideas for tonight
- Pan-seared salmon with dill
- Smoked salmon on bagels
- Baked salmon with lemon
Salmon: questions
What does salmon taste like?
Salmon cooks easily due to low connective tissue, retaining juiciness with its natural fat., with an aroma that is briny, ocean, rich.
What goes well with salmon?
Salmon pairs best with dill, lemon, capers, asparagus, miso. Dill's fresh, caraway-like aroma cuts through salmon's rich, oily flesh.
How do you use salmon in cooking?
Grilling Goodness: grill it, letting omega-3 fats melt and keep it luscious while boosting flavor.
How should you store salmon?
Refrigerate fresh salmon up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
What is the most common mistake with salmon?
Overcooked salmon ends up as dry as cardboard. Don't do that.
