So THAT's What That Gross White Stuff On Cooked Salmon Is

The white film that forms on top of oven-baked salmon is made up of albumin, a protein group similar to egg whites. The visibility of this protein can indicate how cooked the fish is, with overcooked salmon showing more albumin. To prevent overcooking salmon, experts recommend crowding fillets together, using a meat thermometer, and cooking with the skin on to help retain moisture.

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