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How To Clean and Fillet Fish

Tools Needed:

Sharp Fillet Knife

(blade a few inches longer than the width of the fish)

Fillet Glove

(optional but recommended as it protects against accidental cuts and makes it easier to grip the fish)

Pliers and/or Tweezers

(for removing skin and bones)

Fish Scaler

(optional, to help remove scales)

Kitchen Shears

(to remove fins)

Large Tablespoon

(to remove innards)

Plenty of Newspaper

(for easy cleanup)