Scaling Whole Fish in Order

Question 1

Lay your fish flat on the board or hold it steady in the water.

Answer 1

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Question 2

Hold the fish down firmly with your hand near its head.

Answer 2

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Question 3

Begin to rake the scales from the tail towards the head. They should start coming off in clumps.

Answer 3

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Question 4

Be sure to remove the scales on both sides of the fish, as well as scales near the fins, the collar and the tail.

Answer 4

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Question 5

When you think you have gotten most of the scales, rinse the fish off again with water. This will wash away any loose scales and help you to identify any remaining scales that need to be removed.

Answer 5

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