Whitefish - Fresh, Wild, Whole (2.5lb avg)
Description
A cold water lake dweller shaped like a herring, fresh whitefish has a sweet, light flavor with a medium-firm, delicate texture and a large flake. Lovers of walleye and carp will enjoy it very much.
Whitefish Sustainability Information
Whitefish Sustainability InformationSpecies
Coregonus clupeaformis
Country
Country of origin will be on product label.
Raised
Wild
Taste & Texture
- Sweet, Smooth
- Tender, Firm
Cooking Methods
Nutritional Facts
| Calories | 150 |
| Protein (g) | 21 |
| Omega 3 (mg) | 1400 |
| Total Fat (g) | 6.5 |
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Region & Fishery
Fun Fact
Whitefish was an important food source to indigenous people well before the arrival of European settlers.
Product Preparation
Whitefish adapts to almost any method of cooking, such as pan frying, baking, broiling, steaming, poaching, sautéing, hot-smoking, or grilling. You may also grind if for mousses, such as gefilte fish. Keep seasonings and sauces light, so the mild taste isn’t overpowered.
Product Nutrition
Fresh whitefish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and is a good source of niacin, and vitamins B-6 and B-12.
FFM Seafood Cooking Methods - Grilling
FFM Seafood Cooking Methods - Pan Searing
FFM Seafood Cooking Methods - Poaching
FFM Seafood Cooking Methods - Steaming
Nutrition Facts
| Amount | Percent Daily Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol (mg) | 65 | 22% |
| Sodium (mg) | 55 | 2% |
| Potassium (mg) | 350 | 10% |
| Total Carbohydrate (g) | 0 | 0% |
| Percent Daily Value | |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 2% |
| Calcium | 2% |
| Iron | 4% |
Info Source New York Seafood Council