If you detest the mess that comes with descaling fish, the following simple plastic bag trick will change your life! No flying scales, no extra cleanup—just a quick and clean way to get the job done.
✔ 1 fresh fish
✔ 1 sturdy plastic bag (grocery or ziplock bag)
✔ A knife or spoon (optional)
Step 1: Place the fish inside the plastic bag. Ensure there’s enough space to move your hands inside.
Step 2: Hold the fish firmly through the bag and use your other hand to rub the scales off using:
The dull side of a knife
A spoon
Even just your fingers!
The bag will trap all the scales, preventing them from flying around your kitchen.
Once done, remove the fish and throw the bag away — no cleanup, no mess!
✅ No Mess – Scales stay inside the bag, making cleanup effortless.
✅ Less Slippery – The bag helps to grip the fish better.
✅ Quick & Easy – Works with zero cleanup hassle.
💡 Bonus Tip: In case you don’t have a plastic bag, try using a coarse sponge under running water for a similar mess-free effect!
Give this method a try? Let me know how it works for you! 😊🐠
