Costco Kirkland Frozen Sockeye Salmon Review | Price | How to Cook | Nutrition Facts — Snarkle-Sauce on Wry (2024)

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Math is our friend.

Welp. This blog is officially 6-months old, and this is my 79th food review. Hooray?

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I bought a 3-pound bag of frozen Kirkland Sockeye Salmon at Costco, because it was on sale. Buying $35 of frozen fish all at once felt like quite a commitment. But, fortunately, it ended well.

Sockeye salmon is probably my favorite fish in the whole, wide-world.

Well, I haven’t tried all the fish in the whole, wide-world. Not even close. But, of the fish I’ve eaten, sockeye is my favorite. So there.

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The portions in the bag are all individually vacuum-sealed, and they have skin, but no bones. This is wild-caught Alaskan salmon, and is certified sustainable by MSC. Compared to other frozen sockeye salmon I have tried, this one has the least “fishy” smell, so it appears quite fresh.

I thawed my salmon by submerging a vacuum-sealed portion in a bowl of cool water for 10 minutes (or so) until it was thawed. The fillets are thick, and have vibrant color with minimal fat between the fish grain — a hallmark of quality wild-caught salmon. The skins are moist with a pliable, fresh appearance. My fillets had some small gouges in the surface, but this probably occurred during the harvesting and packing process.

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The Kirkland individual sockeye salmon portions average 6 ounces, but can range from 5-7 ounces — although mine appeared surprisingly consistent in size. Some are not as thick.

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I cooked my salmon in a pan with some butter, salt, pepper, and a little garlic. I know it looks burnt in my picture, but hear me out: the meat inside was uber moist, and the slight charring tasted delicious once I flaked it into my creamy pasta with zucchini.

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My fish had a rich “salmon” flavor, and a tender texture. It’s moist, and flaked nicely — and even re-heated the next day to taste pretty decent. I did find a couple thin fish bones, but nothing egregious.

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I peeled the skin off my cooked salmon, and added it to a creamy pasta with zucchini. Behold, the splendor!

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It was pretty yummy. This is 5.2 ounces of Boursin cheese, plus 1 large zucchini, plus about 1.5 cups dry pasta (cooked), and one 6-ounce fillet cooked sockeye salmon. Sautee the zucchini in 2 tablespoons butter with salt and pepper for about 2 minutes, then add the hot cooked pasta (with a little pasta water), stir in the Boursin cheese, and flake the salmon into it. Salt and pepper to taste. Done.

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Nutrition Facts in Costco Kirkland Sockeye Salmon

There were exactly 8 portions in my bag, and most of them were consistent in size, but varied slightly in shape. Each 6 ounce serving has a whopping 38 grams of protein, but only 220 calories, and 8 grams of fat. You get 120% of your daily recommended value of Vitamin D, too.

Ingredients in Kirkland Frozen Sockeye Salmon

This is a Kirkland Signature (Costco store brand) product. The item number is 221177. The fish is a product of the USA.

Ingredients listed on the bag are:

  • Sockeye Salmon

That’s all, folks!

Shelf-life

The expiration date on my bag allowed me approximately 1.5 years to eat my salmon, assuming it remains frozen.

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Price and Servings

There are eight portions in my 3 pound bag. I bought mine on sale for $30, which means the fish was $10/pound. Each portion costs $3.75 at the sale price. Honestly, I typically get two meals out of each 6-ounce fillet, so that makes it a frugal $1.88 per meal for me. Maybe not for you. The non-sale price for this item is $34.99. At that price, each 6-ounce fillet would cost $4.38.

Math is our friend. Say it with me. “Math is friend.”

The End.

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Costco Kirkland Frozen Sockeye Salmon Review | Price | How to Cook | Nutrition Facts — Snarkle-Sauce on Wry (2024)

FAQs

How to cook Costco frozen sockeye salmon? ›

How to Bake Salmon from Frozen
  1. Preheat the oven. Position an oven rack in center of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and brush with oil.
  2. Rinse the salmon fillets under cool water. ...
  3. Bake for 8 minutes, then season. ...
  4. The salmon's done when it's opaque throughout.

How to cook frozen sockeye salmon in the oven? ›

Preheat your oven to 425°F. Place two frozen 6-ounce salmon fillets skin-side down in a baking tray and lightly coat with cooking oil and your preferred seasonings or sauces. Cover the dish tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Bake the salmon for 15 minutes.

Is Costco sockeye salmon healthy? ›

Each 6 ounce serving has a whopping 38 grams of protein, but only 220 calories, and 8 grams of fat. You get 120% of your daily recommended value of Vitamin D, too.

How do you cook frozen salmon on the stove? ›

Brush both sides of frozen fish with olive, canola, peanut or grapeseed oil. Place fish in heated pan and cook, uncovered, about 3 minutes, until browned. Turn fish over, season with spices, and cover the skillet tightly. Reduce heat to medium, and cook 6 to 8 minutes more until opaque throughout.

Should you rinse sockeye salmon before cooking? ›

You might think that rinsing your salmon will help keep it clean and bacteria free, but you're wrong. Not only does rinsing the salmon not destroy bacteria, but it can in fact spread bacteria, not only on the surface of the fish but in your sink, too.

Is it OK to cook frozen salmon without thawing? ›

Absolutely. Like most seafood, frozen salmon should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F. Serving frozen fish safely is essential to avoid food poisoning. Of course, the real challenge is cooking frozen salmon so that it's just as tender and flaky as thawed fillets.

How do you not overcook sockeye salmon? ›

Use a “barrier”: This tip will come in handy when you're baking fillets. Olive oil, butter, or even a sauce can serve as a protective barrier between the salmon and the heat, allowing it to cook without losing too much moisture. Herbs, vegetables, and lemon slices can also be used to to fillets as they cook.

What is the white stuff coming out of my salmon? ›

The white stuff that oozes out of salmon is called albumin, a type of protein in the fish (other foods with albumin include eggs, beef and milk). You can't see albumin when the fish is raw—it only appears when the salmon is exposed to heat. As salmon cooks, the albumin turns from its liquid state into a semi-solid one.

Can you eat sockeye salmon everyday? ›

So, just how much salmon can you eat in a day or week? While there's no strict daily limit per se, two to three servings of fish per week is generally recommended by the FDA, according to Hill. On the flip side, if you're eating salmon every day, she says that you could also be at risk for a lack of nutrient variety.

Is frozen sockeye salmon good for you? ›

Health conscious cooks who like to stock their freezers and pantries with high quality wholesome products can purchase frozen sockeye during their weekly shopping trips and pull that product out of their home freezer as needed during the week, saving time and adding ease of preparation and healthier choices in daily ...

Where does Costco Wild sockeye salmon come from? ›

Product Details

Northwest Fish Wild Sockeye Salmon comes from the pristine waters of Alaska. Our Sockeye Salmon are hand-picked and stand out because of their rich flavor, deep red color and high Omega 3 content.

How to cook Costco frozen salmon? ›

Remove the frozen fish from all packaging and rinse under cold running water to remove any ice crystals. Arrange the salmon in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Brush lightly with oil on all sides and sprinkle with salt, pepper, or any other seasonings. Bake for 4-5 minutes.

Is it better to bake salmon frozen or thawed? ›

So you want to bake salmon for dinner but forgot to take it out of the freezer to let it defrost. You're wondering: "Can you bake salmon from frozen?" The answer is yes!

Is it safe to pan fry frozen salmon? ›

You can achieve crispy skin when pan-frying frozen salmon in under 10 minutes, making this one of the best ways to cook salmon from frozen. The key to pan-frying from frozen is to par-cook the fish first, allowing the ice glaze on the surface of the fillet to melt off before searing the salmon skin side down.

How do you cook frozen fish from Costco? ›

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
  2. Remove frozen fish from all packaging and rinse under cold running water to remove any ice crystals.
  3. Arrange fish in a single layer on a baking sheet. Brush lightly with oil on all sides.
  4. Bake for 4-5 minutes. ...
  5. Continue to bake until hot and flaky in the center, about 8-12 more minutes.
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How long to thaw frozen sockeye salmon? ›

The Gold Standard: Defrost in Refrigerator Overnight

As long as your fridge is kept at safe temperatures, you don't have to worry about bacterial growth. Next, cover the salmon and move it to the fridge to defrost. Depending on the size of your cut of salmon, this method can take anywhere from 12 to 24 hours.

How do you grill frozen sockeye salmon? ›

Cook frozen salmon in a foil packet for extra flavor.

Simply place your foil packet on the grill and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, adjusting the time based on the size of your salmon. Once you've mastered foil packet salmon, you can start adding in delicious accompaniments like asparagus, baby potatoes, and zucchini.

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