Coho vs. Chum Salmon: Flavor, Texture & Best Uses

February 22, 2025

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Coho vs. Chum Salmon

Coho (silver salmon) and chum are distinct Pacific salmon species. Coho generally has a firmer texture and moderately rich flavor, while chum is typically leaner and milder.

Cooking

Coho works especially well for grilling, baking and pan-searing. Chum can work well in baked, smoked and seasoned preparations where its leaner profile is useful.

Choosing Coho

Global Seafoods offers whole Silver Salmon (Coho) and Coho fillet portions, allowing either whole-fish butchery or convenient portion cooking.

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