Refrigerate in the refrigerator
The best way to defrost salmon is to defrost it in the refrigerator. The steps are extremely simple, you just need to take the salmon out of the freezer, then put it in a tray or plate with a foam film, then cover and leave it in the refrigerator for about 24 hours.
For this defrosting method, salmon will be defrosted evenly from the inside out, keeping the structure and freshness of the meat.
Soaking salmon in cold water
This is also a method of defrosting salmon that many people use. First, prepare a bowl of cold water and soak the salmon (wrapped in a zip bag) in a bowl of water for about 30 minutes to 1 hour to completely defrost the fish.
A small note for this defrost secret is that you need to maintain the coolness of the water to ensure the freshness of the fish.
Refrigeration with microwaves
In case you need to use salmon to prepare dishes quickly, you can use a microwave to defrost. The method is extremely simple, you just need to put the salmon on a plate or glass box, then put it in the microwave, then choose defrosting mode and make an appointment of about 4-5 minutes.
Some notes when defrosting salmon
- Do not defrost salmon at room temperature as it will easily cause bacteria to enter.
- salmon should be processed and used immediately after defrosting to retain the flavor and nutrients of the fish.
- Do not re-freeze salmon after it has defrosted.
