How to remove the fishy smell from fish before cooking
Soak and rinse the fish in rice water: Soak the fish in rice water for 15-20 minutes, then rinse with clean water and drain before cooking. Rice water can effectively remove the fishy smell and also enhance the nutritional value of the fish.
Soak and rinse with alcohol and ginger: Alcohol and ginger are known for their ability to eliminate unpleasant and fishy smells. You can use alcohol and ginger to rinse the fish, ensuring that it is free from any fishy odor and making the dish much more delicious.
Soak and rinse with saltwater: Salt is a common seasoning in the kitchen and it can also help reduce the fishy smell. You can try using saltwater to rinse the fish or rub salt on the fish or soak the cleaned fish in a mixture of cold water and a little vinegar, or mix it with a bit of pepper or star anise to completely eliminate the fishy smell.
Soak the fish in lemon juice: Similar to vinegar, lemon juice has the ability to effectively remove the fishy smell. Squeeze the juice of about 2 lemons and mix it with a little warm water, then soak the fish in the mixture for about 15 minutes to effectively eliminate the fishy smell.
Marinate the fish with spices before cooking: One of the most effective ways to remove the fishy smell is to marinate the fish with aromatic spices such as pepper, onion, chili, ginger, coriander, and parsley before cooking. However, note that you should not add raw ginger at the same time as the fish, as the heat will cause the protein in the fish’s water to flow out, hindering the effect of ginger in removing the fishy smell.
With the method of marinating the fish before cooking, your fish dish will become fragrant, flavorful, and completely free from any fishy smell. You can try this technique when preparing fish dishes!