Make Salmon King at Home

Of course, the surest way to buy fresh sushi grade salmon is by cultivating a trusting relationship with a fisherman or a reputable fish monger in your neighborhood. For many in the lower 48 states (think Midwest), that's not always practical; however, anyone can reap the benefits of the relationship Island Seafoods already has with its fishers.

Each fishing professional closely monitors the quality of the catch and brings in only the healthiest, most flawless wild salmon. King, Coho, Sockeye and Alaskan Smoked varieties are our most popular fish, but we also carry the fine Ahi tuna that is popular for sashimi plates.

Buy Fresh Sushi Grade Salmon

We've addressed how essential a flawless appearance is to choosing high quality seafood, but don't underestimate the importance of smell and touch to the taste of the food. A few simple tests will help you identify good seafoods such as salmon, king crab, shellfish and other fish.

Smell, or the lack thereof, is a very reliable indicator of freshness. It is OK if the marketplace smells fishy - often the catch of the day is cleaned on-site and the ofall produces a stench - but if the fish itself doesn't pass the sniff test, pass it by. A strong odor coming from the meat means it's been around a bit too long.

The touch test is helpful if you plan to buy fresh sushi grade salmon in person. There's no "squish" in quality fish. If the flesh feels mushy and doesn't spring back when you press a finger to the skin, don't bother. Obviously, taste is the one test that probably won't be possible until you get your purchase home, but know that Islandseafoods.com delivers online seafood with flavor for you every time.