When fish freezes, small ice crystals form within the flesh. Repeated freezing and thawing can cause the fish to lose more moisture, which may leave it slightly softer or drier once cooked.
It doesn't necessarily mean the fish is unusable - it simply may not be quite as good as it was after the first thaw.
How should you thaw frozen fish?
For the best results, plan ahead and thaw your fish in the refrigerator.
Keep it chilled while it defrosts and cook it once thawed.
Avoid leaving fish on the kitchen counter to thaw for extended periods. If you're unsure how long fish has been out of refrigeration or whether it has remained safely chilled, don't refreeze it.
The easiest solution? Portion before freezing
This is where individually portioned fish makes life much easier.
Instead of defrosting an entire salmon side when you only need dinner for two, take out exactly the number of portions you need and leave the rest frozen.
Less waste. Less unnecessary thawing. And better-quality fish when you're ready to cook again.
Fish & Food Expert Tip
Keep individually packed salmon portions in your freezer for busy evenings. You can take out exactly what you need - and many cooking methods even allow you to cook salmon straight from frozen.
Quick Dinner Idea
Brush a salmon portion with olive oil and season with lemon, black pepper and fresh herbs.
Bake and serve with roasted baby potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
Simple, easy and no unnecessary defrosting.