My Spanish grandmother used to put vinegar on the fish before cleaning it, and I was surprised to discover the reason behind this gesture.

My Spanish grandmother used to put vinegar on the fish before cleaning it, and I was surprised to discover the reason behind this gesture.

Chances are you’ve been cleaning fish incorrectly for years, spending a lot of time removing scales that fly everywhere. They land all over the kitchen, get embedded in furniture, and can even end up on the ceiling. But this problem can be easily solved with a product you probably already have at home!

Let’s take the example of a 5-6 kilo pikeperch. If you’ve ever tried to sterilize such a fish, you know how difficult it can be: its rigid scales fly everywhere. But here’s a simple solution!

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