Event #4: Tribal Families Baker River King Salmon - Ships Week of May 8th

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Baker River, Washington | SeaBear Smokehouse
Fresh & Wild King Salmon | SeaBear Smokehouse
Fresh & Wild King Salmon | SeaBear Smokehouse
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COOKING:

Regardless of how you like to cook your wild salmon (bake, broil, grill, sauté or poach), we believe the key to success is to SLOW DOWN! Slow cooking locks in the natural juices of the salmon, for a more succulent flavor. When the salmon has turned from translucent to just about completely opaque the salmon is done. At this point the salmon should begin to flake easily with a fork. It is important to note that once removed from the heat, your fresh, wild salmon will continue to cook for several more minutes. 
 
Here are some specific guidelines by cooking method:  

  • TO BAKE: Pre-heat oven to 275°F. Place your wild salmon fillet skin side down on a cookie sheet brushed with olive oil, and bake for approximately 20 minutes. Do not flip salmon fillet.
  • TO GRILL: Brush grill with olive oil PRIOR to heating. Once the grill is medium-hot (you should be able to hold your hand 6 inches above the grill for 5 seconds), brush the top of the wild salmon fillet with olive oil, and place on grill skin side up. Grill fillet until sides begin to turn opaque. Flip once, using two spatulas, and continue grilling until fully cooked.
  • TO BROIL: Place your wild salmon fillet skin side down on a broiler pan brushed with olive oil, and place on oven’s middle rack. Generally broil about 10 minutes or so, though keep watching to avoid overcooking. Do not flip salmon fillet.

STORAGE:
Your fresh & wild salmon fillet can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The wild salmon fillet can be frozen & will keep in the freezer for approximately 30 days; once thawed it should be cooked and used within 1-2 days. 

The best way to thaw your salmon, after freezing it, is to leave it in the refrigerator overnight (still in its wrapper), allowing at least 8-10 hours. Trying to rush the process by thawing at room temperature or placing the frozen pouch in warm water is definitely NOT recommended, as it can cause the salmon to lose flavor and texture. If you must thaw your salmon quickly, place the frozen, still wrapped salmon, in a bowl of cool water for 30-45 minutes, and then continue thawing in refrigerator.

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Event #4: Tribal Families Baker River King Salmon - Ships Week of May 8th

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$89

SKU: EVENT4-2-81424

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400 ORDERS AVAILABLE. Ships Week of May 8th.

This special run from Baker River, Washington is a true family fishing event, and is overseen locally by Tribal Fish & Game. The Native Fishing Families from tribes in the Upper Skagit Valley are on the river beaches or in their skiffs, waiting for their turn to fish the event. There are 2-4 people per skiff, and skiffs are known to include the whole family—from Elders to grandchildren. Ashore, a Tribe Member has a bullhorn and another has a stop watch. When they give the "go", each skiff has exactly 7 minutes to fish. The fish are caught via short net, gills are immediately cut, and placed into totes of slush ice to ensure the fish is kept cold and in perfect condition. These wild salmon have a high fat content, clean flavor, and beautiful coloring. And, it's one of the most sustainable fishing methods, with non-targeted species being released. We are thrilled to bring this local-to-the-Smokehouse event to our Fresh & Wild Summer of 2023.

About Wild King Salmon

Moist and mild, the largest wild salmon of all, Native Americans nicknamed it "tyee" meaning "chief” - a fitting tribute to the size, beauty and nobility of the King salmon. King is the largest and moistest of all wild salmon. Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and full of flavor, the Fresh King Salmon is a true culinary experience, and we're proud to present it to you as part of our Fresh & Wild Summer.

What You can Expect from SeaBear

Your Fresh & Wild King salmon will be hand-filleted, and will be shipped fresh, never frozen. It should arrive to you cool to the touch, on gel ice packs. We provide free sea salt & cracked pepper with every order of this phenomenal salmon, along with cooking instructions, storage guidelines, and tips to make this a memorable meal. You will also receive information about the niche fishery that provided your fish.

***Please note, due to these fish being so fresh and tender, removing all bones is not possible, so fillets will likely contain bones.

***Any additional items ordered with a Fresh & Wild Event will ship on the same day as the event.

SKU: EVENT4-2-81424

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  • Cook & Serve

COOKING:

Regardless of how you like to cook your wild salmon (bake, broil, grill, sauté or poach), we believe the key to success is to SLOW DOWN! Slow cooking locks in the natural juices of the salmon, for a more succulent flavor. When the salmon has turned from translucent to just about completely opaque the salmon is done. At this point the salmon should begin to flake easily with a fork. It is important to note that once removed from the heat, your fresh, wild salmon will continue to cook for several more minutes. 
 
Here are some specific guidelines by cooking method:  

  • TO BAKE: Pre-heat oven to 275°F. Place your wild salmon fillet skin side down on a cookie sheet brushed with olive oil, and bake for approximately 20 minutes. Do not flip salmon fillet.
  • TO GRILL: Brush grill with olive oil PRIOR to heating. Once the grill is medium-hot (you should be able to hold your hand 6 inches above the grill for 5 seconds), brush the top of the wild salmon fillet with olive oil, and place on grill skin side up. Grill fillet until sides begin to turn opaque. Flip once, using two spatulas, and continue grilling until fully cooked.
  • TO BROIL: Place your wild salmon fillet skin side down on a broiler pan brushed with olive oil, and place on oven’s middle rack. Generally broil about 10 minutes or so, though keep watching to avoid overcooking. Do not flip salmon fillet.

STORAGE:
Your fresh & wild salmon fillet can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The wild salmon fillet can be frozen & will keep in the freezer for approximately 30 days; once thawed it should be cooked and used within 1-2 days. 

The best way to thaw your salmon, after freezing it, is to leave it in the refrigerator overnight (still in its wrapper), allowing at least 8-10 hours. Trying to rush the process by thawing at room temperature or placing the frozen pouch in warm water is definitely NOT recommended, as it can cause the salmon to lose flavor and texture. If you must thaw your salmon quickly, place the frozen, still wrapped salmon, in a bowl of cool water for 30-45 minutes, and then continue thawing in refrigerator.

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King Salmon nutrition label

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