How to Clean and Fillet Small Fish - Step-by-Step Kitchen Guide #1428592 (License: Personal Use)

A close-up shows skilled hands using a heavy cleaver to debone and skin a small whole fish, likely a freshwater or coastal species. The fish’s head, eyes, and translucent flesh are visible, emphasizing freshness and traditional culinary technique. The background suggests a rustic kitchen or market setting, with other fish parts nearby, reinforcing authenticity and hands-on food preparation.

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