Leftover Salmon Recipes
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Looking for leftover smoked salmon ideas or ways to make fresh or frozen salmon? Whether you’re looking to grill, smoke, or even air-fry, this post highlights some of my favorite ways to cook salmon filets.
From traditional lemon and dill to smoked salmon with a sweet brown sugar crust rub, you’re sure to find a few new family favorites swimming around in here. And don’t worry about leftovers, I’ve included some great recipes for using up any leftover salmon as well.
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I’ve also included a variety of amazing ways to use up any leftover salmon. If you’re looking for ways to get more fish in your family’s diet, you’ll love these salmon recipes. All the recipes are totally approved by my kids.
Where To Get Salmon
Living in the Pacific Northwest, there’s an abundance of fresh salmon jumping out of the local rivers and streams during their migration season.
I love catching my own so I can prep and freeze it to have on hand whenever I want to smoke, grill, etc. And when I can’t catch enough to stock my freezer, I’ll use fresh or frozen filets from the store or order them online.
You can often find fresh or frozen salmon filets in your local grocer’s seafood or freezer department. Tip: The freshest fish doesn’t have a fishy smell.
I also like the convenience of ordering salmon online from Amazon or Omaha Steaks – yes, they do fish too! Their quality is consistent, and I know what I’m getting from them.
Types Of Salmon
Did you know there are seven types of salmon? Most live in the Pacific and there are a couple that are specific to the Asian Pacific. There’s only one species native to the Atlantic Ocean, creatively called the Atlantic salmon. And they’re not all the same when it comes to flavor and health benefits.
From the Chinook (or “King”) salmon to the Sockeye salmon to the Atlantic salmon there are a lot of options to choose from. There are even a number of fish that are considered “faux salmon”. The most noticeable difference is the size of the fish. The difference in flavor of wild salmon is minimal.
Beyond the various species of fish itself, there’s also the question of wild caught or farm-raised salmon. Wild salmon is said to have a more vibrant color and flavor to it and also to be healthier. Farm-raised salmon is paler and a little fattier than wild salmon, which lends itself well when being grilled. All wild salmon is Pacific salmon. The Atlantic salmon you can get in stores is all farm-raised.
Salmon Recipes
Whether you’re looking to grill, smoke, or even air-fry your salmon, I’ve included recipes you’re sure to enjoy. And the best part is they can be made with either frozen or fresh filets. But whichever way you decide to prepare the salmon, make sure it reaches the appropriate internal temperature of 145°F in its thickest part for safe consumption.
How To Store Leftover Salmon
You can store leftover smoked salmon in a Ziploc bag or air-tight container in the fridge for up to three days after smoking. Smoked Salmon can be frozen for up to three months after being cooked when stored in the proper airtight, freezer-safe container.
Storing leftovers properly requires the right tools! My preferred storage method is if the leftovers can be sealed in a food saver. If not, then an air-tight container or Ziploc bag for the fridge is the way I go. The air-tight container and a freezer Ziploc bag are the next best bet for freezing the leftovers. I also use a food scale to measure portions and divide them into serving sizes.
Leftover Salmon Recipes
The following recipes are a great way to use up leftover salmon. You should remember that the flavor of the original salmon recipe will affect the final flavor of the leftover recipe. For example, I prefer the Brown Sugar Salmon in the fried rice recipe to the Dill Smoked Salmon, which is great for the salad or the dip.
What is your favorite way to use up leftover salmon?
Pellet Smoker Recipes To check out
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