Quick and safe technique for thawing fish

If fish needs to be thawed on the same day, the cold water method is the fastest and safest, provided these steps are followed:

Protect it from water: Place the fish inside a well-sealed airtight bag (ziploc). It must never touch the water directly so that it does not absorb moisture or lose flavor.

Submerge it: Place the bag in a bowl filled with cold tap (faucet) water (never lukewarm or hot, as it could develop bacteria).

Timing: In about 30 minutes, thin fillets will be ready. If the pieces are very large, change the water every 15 minutes to keep it cold.