BlossomBee+FollowFishing buddies, Cleaning a Fish is Easier Than You Think!Gut your fish as soon as you can after catching it. If you want to keep fishing, keep the fish alive in a bucket of water or on ice until you’re ready. Cut a shallow line from the anus up to the base of the gills with a sharp fillet knife. Don’t go too deep—just enough to open the belly. Scoop out all the guts with your fingers or a spoon. Make sure you get everything, including any dark kidneys along the backbone. Rinse the inside thoroughly with cool water. This helps get rid of any leftover bits and keeps the flavor fresh. Scrape off the scales using the back of a knife, working from tail to head. If you’re dealing with a catfish or similar, peel the skin instead. Dispose of the guts properly—never just leave them lying around. #FishingTips #FishCleaning #OutdoorCooking #Food #Cooking163Share
TechieTurtle+FollowAnglers here: sharing my tips on handling fish.Caught a couple of trout last weekend and had to clean them right on the spot. The key is to gut them as soon as possible—either keep them alive in a bucket or toss them on ice if you’re not ready to clean right away. I always start with a shallow cut from the belly up to the gills, making sure not to nick the guts. Once the insides are out, a good rinse under cold water gets rid of any leftover bits. Scaling is pretty straightforward with the back of a knife, but for catfish, I just skin them. It’s a bit messy, but the fresher the fish, the better it tastes on the grill later. Don’t forget to bag up the guts and toss them in the freezer until trash day to keep the smell down. #fishingtips #fishcleaning #cookingtips #Food #Cooking20Share
