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Method 1: Make a deep cut straight down the transverse muscle on both sides of the fish; (the cut should be deep enough that the knife reaches the bone).
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Sprinkle with salt, then grill.
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Method 2: A healthy method for eating Pacific saury: Cut as instructed in Step 1, then make 3-4 cuts vertically as shown in the photo (on both sides).
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Sprinkle with salt, then grill.
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When using Method 2 on grills that require you to turn over the fish, although it may be tricky, they should turn out looking nicely as shown in the photo.
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If you're worried, use a spatula or similar utensil to flip them over while supporting the bottom.
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Since there are many cuts when prepared by Method 2, the fat will cook out, so if you prefer a fatty taste, I recommend using Method 1.
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Even using Method 1, the meat will roll right off to the top and bottom of the cut.
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Caution: When cutting vertically in Method 2, it's best to gut the fish first.
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Even if you're going with Method 1, you should remove the entrails first before grilling, if you're not the biggest fan of the taste that comes out of them.
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For grills that require the fish to be turned over, heat the grill before placing the fish on it to prevent the skin from sticking to it.
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It also helps to brush on vinegar or oil.
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Addendum: I grilled the fish on top of a sheet of aluminium foil in a frying pan and it turned out beautifully.
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Blot away the excess oil with a paper towel to remove the stickiness.
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By cutting off the heads, the fish should fit into a regular-sized frying pan.
