This Is Why Your Defrosted Salmon Has Yellow on It

Check for these red flags before cooking:
Safe (Oxidation)
Unsafe (Spoilage)
Mild, ocean-like smell
Strong, sour, ammonia-like, or “rotten” odor
Firm texture
Slimy, mushy, or sticky surface
Yellow only in fatty areas
Widespread gray, green, or milky film
Recently frozen (<3 months)
Frozen for 6+ months with poor packaging

 If it smells “off” or feels slimy—discard it. Trust your nose: spoiled fish has a pungent, unmistakable stench.

 What to Do If You See Yellow

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