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c/chefsgrayperezgrayperez1mo ago

Question about using a water bath for a whole salmon versus roasting it whole.

Tried the water bath for a 12 pound fish for a party last night. The texture was perfect, but I missed the crispy skin you get from the oven. Anyone have a good method to get both?
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garcia.casey
I think the broiler trick mostly works, but a minute or two can be too long for a 12 pound fish. I'd say more like 30 seconds to a minute, and watch it like a hawk. You want the skin to sizzle, not the flesh underneath to start cooking again. Also, make sure you pat the skin super dry with paper towels before the broiler hit, that helps a ton. What rack position did you use?
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the_dakota
the_dakota1mo ago
Try finishing it under the broiler for a minute or two after the bath. The high heat can crisp the skin without overcooking the delicate flesh. It's a bit of a dance but it works.
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gibson.seth
It's like finding the right balance in so many things.
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