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Fish Cleaning Hacks: 4 Ingredients to Eliminate Fishy Smell & Germs Instantly!
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News18•01-10-2026, 14:36
Fish Cleaning Hacks: 4 Ingredients to Eliminate Fishy Smell & Germs Instantly!
- •Thoroughly wash hands for at least 20 seconds before handling fish to prevent bacterial spread.
- •Clean unnecessary parts like eyes, gills, and scales, then cut fish into desired pieces.
- •Soak fish in water mixed with 1 teaspoon of baking soda or lemon juice for 10 minutes to remove fishy smell.
- •Apply turmeric and salt for 10-15 minutes or soak in vinegar water to make fish completely bacteria-free.
- •Use lukewarm water as a final rinse to remove blood, dirt, and any chemical or pesticide residues.
Key Questions Answered
Mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda or lemon juice in a bowl of water and soak the fish pieces in this mixture for 10 minutes. Afterward, squeeze out the water and wash the pieces with plain water to instantly remove the fishy smell.
You should wash your hands thoroughly for at least 20 seconds before handling fish to prevent any bacteria from your hands from spreading to the food.
You can apply turmeric and salt well to the fish pieces and leave them for 10 to 15 minutes, then wash with clean water to eliminate all harmful germs inside.
