Fishing Forum

I decided I really don't feel like fish tonight and dad is coming up to the camp in about 2 weeks and loves fish. Is it safe to freeze the fish?
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Sure, just clean them first! The best way to keep them fresh is to vacuum seal them, but if that's not an option, just seal them up as best you can in a ziploc bag or something similar.
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Thanks sir
fresh and freezing
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The good ole Ziplock is a good idea, as was mentioned. One tip to doing it well without getting freezer burn is to fill the bag with water, add fish. Gently squeeze any excess water out with any remaining air bubbles.

It is the air touching the fish that gives it that freezer taste.[]
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I frequently freeze some of my catch. If I am in a location where a vacuum sealer is not available, I always immerse the fillets in water and make sure no part of them is touching air. You can do that by cutting the top off a milk carton, putting the fillets in and filling with water, or you can use a ziplock bag. Insert the fillets, fill with water, zip mostly closed, and holding the opening up, squeeze out all remaining air, then zip completely closed. Just remember, for best taste, keep frozen fish no more than 6-8 weeks.
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Excellent tip! thanks.
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I personally don't care for popsicles (frozen fish) but if I had no choice, that would be my method of choice for the most enjoyment from the flavor of the fish.[cool]
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