What it Means When Your Steak Tastes Fishy

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In The Takeout article “What It Means When Your Steak Tastes Fishy,” Eric Fernandez, Associate Director of Culinary at The Culinary Edge, explains that a fishy taste in steak most often comes from oxidation—typically due to degraded or improperly stored beef fat. While a strong off‑odor warrants disposal, a mild fishy note may be safe but unappetizing. Eric also offers practical wisdom: steaks that appear gray rather than bright red before cooking are more likely to taste off, and strong spice rubs with bold flavors and char can help mask any residual fishy notes. His insight provides both clarity and useful techniques for staying one step ahead of culinary mishaps.