how long can you defrost salmon in the fridge
1. Remove your salmon from the freezer approximately 12 hours before you plan to cook it. For quantities over 1 lb. (454 g), remove the salmon 24 hours before you plan to cook it.. Put the bowl on a flat surface in the refrigerator, away from foods that will soak up the smell of the salmon. The refrigerator should be kept between 35 and 40 degrees Fahrenheit (1.7 to 4.4 degrees Celsius), in order to inhibit the growth of micro organisms.