Gastronomic Recommendations

5 ways to eat salmon at any time of the day

By Marco Beteta - 2021-03-11T10:22:58Z
Salmon is a blue fish due to its high fat content. It is one of the few fish that can live in both fresh and saltwater.Its flesh is firm and flavorful, yet delicate and pleasant. Generally, it is cooked grilled or pan-seared to avoid excessively increasing its fat content. It can also be steamed, used in sandwiches, with pasta, or on pizzas. Smoked salmon is consumed raw and is an excellent option for preparing canapés. One tip is that when cooking hot, the skin should be left on, but when cooking cold, it is better to remove it.Here are some options for how to consume salmon in different presentations:Baked: with yellow lemon and rosemary, over arugula and cucumber salad. Smoked: in eggs Benedict with hollandaise sauce.Raw: in sashimi with soy sauce, orange, sesame, and green onion. Grilled: with sautéed vegetables and mustard vinaigrette. Pan-seared: with fried cilantro and a bed of steamed rice.In addition to being consumable at any time of the day, salmon is one of the fish that will greatly benefit our body thanks to its high content of Omega-3 fatty acids, which help lower cholesterol levels. Additionally, it is considered an excellent source of protein and minerals such as iodine, calcium, iron, and magnesium, which enable better functioning of the thyroid and the intestines.