Once you've snipped the tail end of the backbone, begin lifting it out of the fish. You may have to gently slice away some remaining bits to free it -- do not yank on it, just move gently and smoothly.
From Hank Shaw, former About.com Guide
Once you've snipped the tail end of the backbone, begin lifting it out of the fish. You may have to gently slice away some remaining bits to free it -- do not yank on it, just move gently and smoothly.
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