Sockeye or red salmonis abundant and often a bright orange- color. Nicely textured and with a hearty flavor, it is great for grilling. Chum or keta salmon is somewhat coarse and quite lean. Chum can be very pale in color, almost more gray than red. The small roe of the female chum is highly regarded as salmon caviar.
Pink salmon is the smallest salmon and has a delicate, mild flavor.
It is frequently used in salmon salads. Pour through a wire- strainer into a bowl, discarding pulp. Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan. Divide cucumber slices among 4 shallow bowls. Serve with Ginger Vinaigrette.