DIY: Freeze Fish So It’s As Fresh As the Day It Was Caught

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Keeping sandbass fresh in the freezer without sacrificing taste and texture can be a problem. Here is how I go about vacuum sealing and freezing mine.

Materials Needed

• Iodized Salt
• Plastic Wrap
• Weston Vacuum Sealer (or comparable)
• Aluminum Bowl
• Quart Size Vac Bags

Step 1: Prepare A Large Bowl

Step 2: Add Ice

Step 3: Add 2 Quarts of Water

Step 4: Add 1/2 Cup of Salt

Step 5: Stir to Create a Brine

Step 6: Soak the Filets for 5-10 Minutes

Step 7: Remove and Dry the Filets

Step 8: Wrap Filets in Plastic Wrap

Step 9: Partially Freeze

Step 10: Prep Bags by Rolling Down Edges

Step 11: Vacuum Seal the Bag