Salmon does not naturally contain salmonella. It’s about as likely as finding a polar bear in your pantry. The confusion is purely a language prank played by etymology. So go ahead, sear that beautiful pink fillet, drizzle it with lemon, and eat it without fear. And if anyone gives you side-eye about “salmon and salmonella,” just wink and say, “They’re not even first cousins. It’s a courtesy name thing.”
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a leftover fillet calling my name. And no, I’m not Googling it again. This time.
