How To Tell If Salmon Is Cooked?

Flesh turns opaque throughout

Flesh flakes easily with a fork

Center is just barely translucent or fully opaque, depending on preference

Internal temperature reaches 125°F to 130°F for medium-rare

Internal temperature reaches 135°F to 145°F for medium to well-done

Surface is lightly browned or seared if pan-cooked

Juice runs clear, not raw-looking

Flesh separates easily along the natural lines of the fish

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