Frozen Ocean Perch Fillets – Red Fish Fillets 2 Lb
Frozen Ocean Perch Fillets – Red Fish Fillets 2 Lb
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Wild Caught
Year Round
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Bring the fresh taste of the North Atlantic to your dinner table with Frozen Wild-Caught Redfish (Ocean Perch) Fillets. Flash-frozen at peak freshness to preserve their natural sweetness, firm texture, and delicate flavor, these versatile fillets make a healthy, restaurant-quality meal quick and effortless. Even though the name says "Redfish" this technically is a whitefish species.
Ocean perch, also known as Redfish, refers to Sebastes marinus (golden redfish) and Sebastes fasciatus (Acadian redfish). Harvested from the cold, deep waters of the North Atlantic, these slow-growing deepwater fish feature a striking orange-red skin and vibrant white meat. Despite sharing the name "redfish" with Southern drum species, Atlantic ocean perch is a distinct ocean rockfish prized for its clean, pure flavor profile.
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: Frozen, 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.
Frozen items are shipped with dry ice to ensure the arrive fully frozen. Please place them directly into your freezer upon arrival.
If you order fresh and frozen items together, we package your shipment using gel ice packs instead of dry ice to protect your fresh goods. As a result, frozen items may partially thaw during transit. You can safely place them straight back into your freezer, or allow them to finish defrosting and enjoy right away.
Defrosting Guidelines
- Overnight in the Fridge: Small packs take 6–12 hours; large packs take 12–48 hours.
- Cold Water Bowl: Submerge sealed items in cold water for a faster thaw.
- Note: Do not use hot water or attempt to thaw by cooking, as this ruins the natural texture and flavor.
$14.95 USD