How to Tell If It’s Still Good
When in doubt, trust your senses—just like my grandma taught me:
Smell it: Fresh salmon should smell clean and mildly oceanic, like sea air. A strong, fishy, or sour odor is a warning sign.
Touch it: The flesh should feel firm and spring back when gently pressed. If it leaves an indentation or feels mushy, it’s best to discard it.
Inspect it: Look for excessive slime, dullness, or widespread discoloration beyond a small yellow patch.
In my case, the salmon passed all tests. I trimmed the discolored portion as a precaution, seasoned it with lemon and dill, and grilled it as planned.
