Costco Salmon Sashimi
Directions
- 1Unpack the frozen salmon from the main bag.
- 2Open the individual vacuum-sealed salmon packages.
- 3Confirm the production and use-by dates on the individual salmon packages.
- 4Prepare a saline solution by measuring 30-40g of salt.
- 5Add 1 liter of water to the salt in a bowl and mix until dissolved.
- 6Place the frozen salmon into the saline solution for approximately 30 minutes to thaw and brine.
- 7After 30 minutes, remove the salmon from the solution.
- 8Pat the salmon dry thoroughly with paper towels.
- 9Place the dried salmon in a Ziploc bag and refrigerate for about 5 hours to firm up.
- 10Remove the salmon from the fridge and pat it dry again.
- 11Slice the salmon into sashimi pieces.
Ingredients
- 1.36 kg frozen Costco salmon
- 30 g salt
- 40 g salt
- 1 liter water
Equipment
bowlfood scalekitchen timerscissorsknifeplate
Tips
- The FDA requires raw seafood to be frozen for 7 days to destroy parasites, but farm-raised salmon are exempt from this rule.
- Double-check the production and use-by dates on the salmon packaging for safety.
- Brining the salmon helps improve its texture.