Best Salmon may be prepared with King Salmon, Chinook salmon, Sockeye Salmon, Red Salmon, Silver Salmon, Cohoe Salmon, Keta Salmon, Pink Salmon or Chum Salmon. Each variety of salmon is best suited for one particular method of cooking. The King and Chinook salmons are very flavorful. The Sockeye and Red salmons are mildly flavorful. The Chum and Keta salmons are best suited for barbecuing. The Pink Salmon tastes as good as a fresh trout.