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Ocean Perch Fillets (Red Fish) Fresh 2 Lb

Ocean Perch Fillets (Red Fish) Fresh 2 Lb

$18.95
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Ocean Perch Fillets (Red Fish) Fresh 2 Lb

2 Lb

$18.95

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Bring the fresh taste of the North Atlantic straight to your kitchen with Fresh Wild-Caught Redfish Fillets. Never frozen and delivered at peak quality, these vibrant, skin-on fillets feature a delicate sweetness, firm texture, and clean flavor that makes fine-dining seafood quick and effortless at home.

North Atlantic Redfish primarily refers to Sebastes fasciatus (Acadian redfish) and Sebastes marinus (golden redfish). Harvested from the icy, deep waters of the North Atlantic, these ocean rockfish feature a striking reddish skin and bright white meat. Unlike warm-water Red Drum or southern Red Snapper, fresh ocean redfish is prized for its fine-flaked delicacy and ocean-fresh taste.

Why Seafood Lovers Adore Ocean Perch

  • Mild & Lightly Sweet Flavor: Ocean perch delivers a subtle, slightly sweet taste that isn't overpowering or overly "fishy," making it a crowd-pleaser for seafood beginners and connoisseurs alike.
  • Delicate Yet Moist Texture: The fillets offer a medium-firm texture with fine, moist flakes that hold together well during pan-searing, baking, or frying.
  • Nutrient-Dense & Lean: High in high-quality lean protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential minerals like selenium and vitamin B12 with very low fat content.
  • Culinary Versatility: Its gentle flavor profile absorbs marinades, rubs, and sauces effortlessly—from classic lemon-herb butter to spicy Cajun seasoning for fish tacos.
  • Wild or Farmed: Wild
  • Availability: Year Round
  • Package Size: 2 Lb
  • Form: Fresh, skin on fillets
  • Fish Fillet Size: 2-4 Oz
  • Harvest Area: Massachusetts State Waters
  • Scientific Name: Sebastes fasciatus

Because both species share a reddish skin and mild flavor, consumers and restaurant-goers frequently confuse them. However, they are entirely different fish with distinct origins, textures, and culinary characteristics.

  • Redfish (Ocean Perch): A deepwater Atlantic rockfish (Sebastes marinus or Sebastes fasciatus) harvested from the cold, icy waters of the North Atlantic. (Note: In the Gulf of Mexico, "Redfish" can also refer to Red Drum, another separate species). The flavor profile is very mild, subtle, and lightly sweet with a clean, low-oil taste. Highly accessible and budget-friendly, making it an ideal choice for everyday family meals, tacos, and frying.
  • Red Snapper: A warm-water snapper species (Lutjanus campechanus) native to the Gulf of Mexico and the southern Atlantic coast. The flavor profile is lean and moist with a distinctly richer, slightly nutty, and robustly sweet flavor. A premium, highly sought-after delicacy that carries a significantly higher price point per pound due to strict harvesting quotas.

Lemon-Garlic Pan-Seared

  • Method: Sear fillets in butter and olive oil over medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes per side. Baste with a quick pan sauce made from lemon juice, garlic, and fresh parsley.
  • Key Ingredients: Butter, garlic, lemon juice, fresh parsley, paprika.
  • Best Served With: Garlic rice, roasted asparagus, crusty bread.

Crispy Cajun Tacos

  • Method: Season generously with Cajun spices and blacken in a hot skillet for 2–3 minutes per side. Flake into large chunks for filling.
  • Key Ingredients: Cajun seasoning, butter, tortillas, cabbage slaw, avocado-lime crema.
  • Best Served With: Warm corn/flour tortillas, fresh cilantro, lime wedges.

Baked en Papillote

  • Method: Seal the fillet in a parchment paper pouch on a bed of vegetables, butter, and wine. Bake at 400°F until the fish steams tender in its own juices.
  • Key Ingredients: Cherry tomatoes, zucchini, capers, white wine, dill, butter.
  • Best Served With: Steamed couscous, roasted potatoes, crisp white wine.

Beer-Battered Crispy Basket

  • Method: Dip portioned fillets into a light, cold beer batter and deep-fry at 375°F until golden brown and crispy.
  • Key Ingredients: Flour, cold beer, baking powder, garlic powder.
  • Best Served With: French fries, house-made tartar sauce, malt vinegar.

All fresh seafood ships via overnight delivery in insulated packaging with gel ice packs to ensure it arrives properly chilled and at peak freshness.

Upon delivery, transfer your seafood immediately to the coldest part of your refrigerator and consume within 1 to 2 days for optimal quality and flavor.
Ocean Perch Fillets (Red Fish) Fresh 2 Lb

$18.95 USD