Salmon: Farmed or Fished?

Question

Which is better?

Answer 1

Wild salmon is so much better! You really can't even compare the two. The taste, the texture, the color...it's almost like they're not even the same species of fish. And also, you're helping local fisherman support their families. But aside from that, take a taste, smell, touch taste and once you've had wild salmon, you'll never want farmed salmon again. It's kind of like Reggiano Parmesan cheese compared to the green boxed Kraft parmesan cheese. Absolutely no comparison. Believe me. Happy eating and warm regards.

Answer 2

Wild salmon by far has a better flavor!

A friend gave me some wild salmon fillets. I cut them up into serving sizes and my hands were so oily I couldn't open the zip lock baggies.

That oil gives the salmon the greatest flavor. You don't need to add anything (seasons, sauces, herbs, butter, etc.) to it when you cook it.

Farm raised salmon has no flavor at all. I was recently on a business trip, and went to the hotel restaurant for dinner. I ordered the salmon. They asked why I didn't finish it. I told them I didn't like farm raised salmon. They were surprised that I could tell the difference.

Answer 3

Wild salmon

Answer 4

I am a strong believer there is nothing better than a freshly caught salmon, particularly if I have caught it myself.

Farmed fish just don't seem to match, as if something is missing.

Answer 5

Wild is better. Less toxins. One pointer (and something that grosses me out) is that alot of salmon has been dyed red/pink. I always ask before I buy. In the US they are required to let you know if the fish has dye.

Answer 6

Fished salmon is better quality.

Answer 7

Wild caught fish is best. Farmed can have chemicals just like they use in ranching to enhance the cows.

Always get wild caught or organic foods.

Answer 8

salmon is a fish but it is also farmed.