SAEDNEWS: Fish is rich in proteins and various vitamins like vitamin D and omega-3. Nutritionists recommend consuming fish at least twice a week. However, the unpleasant odor of fish can be a significant deterrent. Here are some effective methods to eliminate fish odor before cooking and from kitchen utensils.
Cornstarch and Turmeric Mixture One of the most popular methods is using a mixture of cornstarch, salt, and turmeric. Simply wash the fish and soak it in this mixture for a few hours. Alternatively, you can apply turmeric alone to the fish 30 minutes before cooking to reduce the odor significantly.
Vinegar Vinegar is excellent for cleaning and deodorizing. Soak the fish in a suitable container with vinegar for 10 minutes, then rinse with cold water.
Salt Rub salt over the fish's surface and let it sit for 10 minutes before rinsing. This simple method helps neutralize the fishy smell.
Peanut Butter Fry the fish in peanut butter to completely eliminate the unpleasant odor.
Lemon Juice and Yogurt Soak the fish in a mixture of lemon juice and yogurt. For better results, wrap the fish in a plastic bag and refrigerate for 2 hours.
Onions Onions can also help remove bad odors from fish, red meat, and chicken. Fry chopped onions in hot oil, then add the fish to fry together.
Ginger Use fresh or dried ginger to eliminate fish odor. Sprinkle ginger powder or chopped fresh ginger over the fish and let it sit.
Sugar Sprinkle sugar over the fish and let it sit for 5 minutes before rinsing with cold water. This method quickly removes the fishy smell.
After cooking fish, you may notice that the odor lingers on utensils, hands, and clothes. Here are some tips to remove the smell:
Wash kitchen utensils with a mixture of water and vinegar.
Use a mixture of soda and water to clean dishcloths and clothes.
For hands, use vinegar or a combination of lemon juice and salt.
Clean frying pans with a sponge soaked in vinegar and detergent.