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Frozen Salmon Recipes

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These Frozen Salmon Recipes will guarantee that you enjoy seafood flavors throughout the year without exceeding your budget.

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A picture of some salmon croquettes drizzled with the white sauce on a plate with fresh veggies and greens.

These frozen salmon recipes can be your way to enjoy the best salmon dishes all year round at reasonable prices.

We understand there are concerns about the healthiness of salmon and how to cook it. It’s easy but there are some things you need to notice.

Follow along as we answer your questions and recommend some delectable frozen salmon recipes.

Is Frozen Salmon Healthy?

Frozen salmon is cheaper and easier to buy than fresh salmon. Yet, many wonder if frozen salmon is as healthy as its fresh version.

The freezing method determines whether frozen salmon is healthy or not. If the fish is flash frozen right after being caught, it does not lose any nutrients. However, if salmon is frozen after sitting outside for some time, it may not retain all its nutrients.

Flash frozen salmon is the superior choice, as it retains most of the health benefits of fresh salmon. It may still play a part in reducing inflammation and supporting brain and heart health.

Best Recipes

Take a look at these frozen salmon recipes and choose your favorites.

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Oven Baked Salmon in Foil Recipe

Oven Baked Salmon in Foil is a timeless classic because it creates the juiciest filets you’ll bite into. Plus, it’s easy to prep. Everything, including the seasoned vegetables, is wrapped in foil and baked together until cooked and tender. That’s it. Seriously, it’s hard to imagine an easier cook.
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Cedar Plank Salmon Recipe

Cedar Plank Salmon Recipe

This Cedar Plank Salmon recipe is a quick way to make your meal special. It’s the scented board, the smokey aroma, and the elegant browned filet display that are enough to adorn the atmosphere. All this before biting into the Italian-seasoned salmon to seal the deal on an exceptional seafood treat.
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Salmon cakes baked to golden perfection and covered in potato cubes

Salmon Loaf Recipe

This Salmon Loaf takes a more rustic approach to the ocean delicacy. Perfect for cookouts and parties, it’s the go-to recipe for whipping up a quick batch. It’s tender, it’s aromatic, plus, you won’t be late to the party - the dish is ready in less than an hour!
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Three salmon filets that are fully dredged in pecan crust and placed on a parchment paper.

Pecan Crusted Salmon Recipe

Elevate your meal repertoire with this delicious Pecan Crusted Salmon. This is perfect for an off the cuff meal that looks like you made a huge effort. Crank the oven up to 370℉, glaze the salmon with a mayo paste, coat with pecans and breadcrumbs, and bake until golden crispy.
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An air fryer basket containing four salmon fillets with brown skin and surrounded by large potato cubes

Air Fryer Salmon and Potatoes Recipe

This all-in-one Air Fryer Salmon meal is exactly what you need on busy days. Throw everything into the air fryer, including cubed potatoes, then, microwave some fresh asparagus and you’re all set to dig in. It’s so easy you can make it with your eyes closed. Ahem, full disclosure - don’t!
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Some salmon croquettes with lemon slices in a black skillet.

Salmon Croquette Recipe

Requiring just 20 minutes prep time, these Salmon Croquettes are our go-to choice for a quick high-protein meal. The best part is you can enjoy these with buns to make fancy burgers, or bread for a unique sandwich. Don’t skip the sour cream and garlic sauce for a much-needed flavor kick.
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Lemon Dill Salmon Recipe

If you need a fancier presentation but minimal prep, use this Lemon Dill Salmon recipe. It’ll save you the trouble of a tiresome cook. Dill flatters seafood extremely well, including salmon. And with hints of Cajun and paprika seasoning to further spice things up, you’ll be serving this every other day.
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Can You Cook Frozen?

Of course, you can cook frozen salmon. The key is to cook it to a safe internal temperature that is suitable for eating, which is around 145°F.

Thawing salmon will help it to reach that temperature more easily and will make the flesh more tender. There are three ways to thaw salmon.

  • Cold water

Place the salmon in a resealable bag and put it in cold water. It will take around one hour to thaw, depending on its size and thickness.

  • Fridge

Defrosting salmon overnight in the fridge is probably the easiest method, but it takes the longest time. Keep the salmon in a bowl to prevent the water from spilling onto other food.

  • Microwave

This is the fastest way to thaw salmon. Use the defrost setting on the microwave. Place the fish on a microwave-safe plate and cover it to avoid splatter. Defrost for 3 to 5 minutes. You can flip the fish to ensure it’s thawed evenly. 

Should Frozen Salmon Be Thawed Before Cooking?

We recommend thawing before cooking frozen salmon, but you can also cook it without thawing.

Some cooking methods, such as baking and poaching, don’t require thawing. For the methods that do, make sure that the salmon receives heat evenly. You should flip the fish frequently while pan-frying, or wrap the fish while grilling.

Best Ways to Cook

  • Pan-Frying

Pan-frying is how you get the crispy salmon skin. If you are cooking salmon from frozen, start with the skin side up until it’s brown. Then flip, season, and cook as usual.

  • Baking

Baking allows you to cook frozen salmon without thawing it. The oven’s heat circulation can cook the fish evenly. You may need to flip it frequently.

  • Air-Frying

The air-fryer is a time-saving version of the oven. Simply put the frozen salmon in the air-fryer, and cook for 7 minutes at 390°F to defrost the fish. Take the fish out of the air-fryer, season it, and put it back in.

  • Grilling

Grilled salmon has a delicious, smoky flavor. You may wrap the salmon in grape leaves if you’re grilling frozen salmon.

  • Poaching

You can use fish or vegetable stock as the liquid for poaching. This method doesn’t require you to thaw salmon beforehand.

Save time and enjoy delicious dishes made with frozen salmon!

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Frozen Salmon Recipes

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This collection of frozen salmon recipes is proof that frozen salmon can be just as tasty as fresh salmon.

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  1. Choose a recipe that you like.
  2. Gather the ingredients.
  3. Follow the instructions to give you incredibly tasty frozen salmon recipe in less than 45 minutes!

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Luna Regina

Luna Regina

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Luna Regina is an accomplished writer and author who dedicates her career to empowering home cooks and making cooking effortless for everyone. She is the founder of HealthyKitchen101.com (Shouldit) and HealthyRecipes101.com, where she works with her team to develop easy, nutritious recipes and help aspiring cooks choose the right kitchen appliances.
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