Some fishermen tell me I caught a Trout Salmon. Does this fish differ much from ordinary salmon?
Like the title says, got a couple questions about the fish I just caught...
Firstly, is there anyway to confirm what type of fish this is? 'Ordinary salmon' or 'trout salmon'?
Lastly, does it differ much in taste from 'ordinary' salmon? I want to search for some good Salmon recipes but I want to be sure I'm looking at the right recipes for the right fish.
Cheers.
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I've had Salmon Trout. They are a pink fleshed trout, that mimics the flavour of Salmon somewhat.
My favourite preparation is to do it as a Yerevan Trout. Essentially Roast the fish filets, prepare the sauce - Lemon, Butter, Capers, Artichokes, and any pan juice you can get. Serve beside your favourite rice.
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Is trout and salmon the same fish?
While trout and salmon may look and taste similar they are distinct species of fish. The major difference between the two is that Trout is a freshwater fish, and Salmon is a saltwater fish. Salmon typically has a higher fat content than trout and is almost always larger in size.How do you tell the difference between trout and salmon?
So what is the difference between trout and salmon? One of the most notable differences between trout and salmon is that a trout is a freshwater fish, while a salmon is a saltwater fish. Salmon also has a higher fat content than trout and is richer in flavor.How can you tell the difference between salmon?
Mouth: The lower jaw will most likely be black. However, the upper jaw will have whites and other colors that will help distinguish it from a king salmon. Tail: The spots on the tail will be oblong and blotchy.Is wild caught salmon better?
The bottom line: Both wild and farmed salmon contain contaminants, but wild salmon has lower levels and is considered safer overall.How the Alaskan Salmon Company Catches and Sells the Most Expensive Wild Salmon on Earth — Dan Does
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"Salmon Trout" or "Trout Salmon"? I've never heard of "Trout Salmon", but trout and salmon are closely related fish. It looks like Salmon Trout could just be another name for Rainbow Trout, so you should probably be looking at trout recipes instead of salmon recipes. "Trout" usually refers to a freshwater fish that lives in lakes and streams, where "salmon" usually refers to a saltwater fish that migrates into freshwater to breed. Culinarily speaking, "trout" is a smaller fish with white flesh, and "salmon" is larger, with pink flesh.
Answer 3
Fish common names vary (sometimes TOO much) from place to place.
Salmon Trout is usually Salvelinus fontinalis
The name usually comes from the meat color, but be aware that it is mainly a product of the little beast diet, and not genetically conditioned. So, depending on the habitat you may find fontinalis more or less "salmon-like".
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Answer 4
Steel head classification as members of the salmon family (Salmoniforms salmonidea, respectively the order and family) was changed in 1988, as approved by American Fisheries Society: changed from: Salmo gairoheri to become: Oncorhynchus mykiss, STEEL HEAD TROUT. A fine multi-published scientist, avid fisherman, my father, contributed to this answer.
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