Red Seal Cook

Category - Fish and Shellfish

Which fish has skin that can be removed simply by pulling it from the body, without the use of a fillet knife?
  1. Dover sole
  2. Grouper
  3. Atlantic Cod
  4. Catfish
Explanation
Answer: A - Dover sole is unique in this sense. While the flesh of other flat fish such as petrale sole is delicate and using this method could damage the flesh, the skin of the dover sole can be pulled away cleanly with your bare hands and a towel to help with grip. Angle your knife toward the head of the fish at the tail, and make a shallow cut in the flesh perpendicular to the length of the fish. Use a clean towel to grip the skin and pull it toward the head of the fish.
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