Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. I have worked in all kinds of kitchens, as a private chef as well as a professional recipe developer in a test kitchen. That said, ...

Q. Salmon recipes often say to remove the skin. The salmon I buy usually has skin only on one side. Is it really necessary to remove it when a recipe says to? And if so, what’s the reason for removing ...

It takes seconds to do. Removing salmon skin at home is simple with just a sharp knife and paper towels. Skin-on salmon helps keep the fish moist and prevents it from drying out during cooking.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Depending on how you're cooking your salmon, there's a good chance that you might end up eating it with ...