What Kind of Salmon is Keta? Unveiling Chum Salmon's True Identity
                                
                                
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                                Did you know that keta salmon, often overshadowed by more popular varieties, is actually the wild-caught chum salmon (*Oncorhynchus keta*) marketed under a different name? This lean, mild-flavored fish has a history that unfairly gave it a reputation, but it offers a surprisingly versatile and affordable culinary experience.