Caught a bunch of salmon in Lake Michigan and froze them in giant bags—now what? Check out these expert tips on repackage and refreeze wild salmon fillets to avoid culinary disasters!
Summary
- Refreezing salmon may affect its texture and flavor.
- Consider smoking or vacuum sealing for better preservation.
- Brining before refreezing can enhance taste and prevent mushiness.
Expert Tips
“Refreezing wouldn’t be a good idea. I’d personally cook some and smoke the rest.”
“You should never defrost and refreeze meat.”
“Salmon will get mushy. Brine them all and smoke them before refreezing.”
Community Insights
“I fresh seal them in vacuum bags usually from lake.”
“Fill the bag with water and freeze to prevent freezer burn and mushy meat.”
“How was it defrosted? When I’m ice fishing, many of my fish freeze before I get home.”
“If you must freeze fish, fill the bag with water and freeze. It keeps freezer burn and that mushy meat from happening.”