Ditch salmon for 1 fish professional chef claims is tastier and ‘costs half as much’
Given the cost of salmon is pretty steep, a professional chef has weighed in on a "budget" alternative that has a "richer, buttery flavour".
Many of us are creatures of habit. As much as we like to think of ourselves as adventurous, the truth is that when it comes to food choices, we tend to stick with cooking what we know. Statistics repeatedly show that, when it comes to fish, this normally means tuna, salmon, cod, haddock and prawns. Salmon’s reputation, in particular, is well earned. It’s packed with omega-3 fatty acids — essential for brain health — and it’s undeniably delicious.
However, whilst incredibly delicious, these types of fish come at quite an expensive cost in supermarkets. What used to be a common weeknight dish has subtly transformed into a luxury. Luckily, professional chef and food expert Anne Wolf at Simply Recipes claims that trout is the best alternative. She noted that “trout delivers much of what people love about salmon at a fraction of the price."
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Anne added: “With similar pink flesh, rich flavour, comparable protein, and a good dose of omega-3 fatty acids, trout is an easy, budget-friendly stand-in.”
Trout looks a lot like salmon, and that’s not by chance. They are both part of the Salmonidae family, and Steelhead trout, like salmon, grow and mature in the ocean.
The chef pointed out: “Their richer, buttery flavour is so similar to salmon that steelhead trout are sometimes sold as ‘steelhead salmon’.”
In comparison to salmon, trout have a smaller size and a more delicate taste, featuring a hint of sweetness.
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They are also less oily compared to salmon, particularly farmed salmon, known for being the fattiest among its relatives.
Since trout is smaller than salmon, they are usually sold whole, with the head and tail left on and deboned.
Their skin is tender, featuring tiny scales that are often not necessary to remove, which turn crispy when cooked.
To create a stunning presentation, prepare the trout whole, filled with lemon slices and fresh herbs. Alternatively, you can slice the trout into fillets before cooking.
