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What should fisherman know about cleaning
Fish?
![]() There are more than 20,000 species of fish in the world. As a general rule, if you catch a fish in North America or Europe, the fish is safe to eat. ![]() To prepare a fish for cooking: ![]() 1. Use a scissors to cut off the larger fins. ![]() 2. Wash the fish in cold water. (This makes the scales easier to remove.) Put the fish on a clean flat surface. While holding the tail, use the edge of a sharp knife to scrape off the scales. ![]() 3. Use the knife to slit the entire underbelly of the fish, from head to tail. Remove and discard the entrails (guts). ![]() 4. Cut off the tail and the head, snapping the neck bones with your hands. ![]() 5. Make a long cut along the length of the body on each side of the dorsal (top) fin. With a quick pull, remove the dorsal fin structure along with the bones that are attached to it. ![]() 6. Rinse the fish thoroughly in cold water. Dry the fish well. ![]() The fish is now ready to cook. ![]() [ Jump to the Harley Hahn Quick Index ![]() [ Home ] [ FAQ ] [ Send a Message to Harley ] [ Books ] [ Usenet ] [ Internet Exploration Station ] ![]() © All contents Copyright 2023, Harley Hahn Full trademark and copyright information |