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Whole Ocean Perch (Red Fish) - Fresh 2 Lb

Whole Ocean Perch (Red Fish) - Fresh 2 Lb

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Whole Ocean Perch (Red Fish) - Fresh 2 Lb

2 Lb

$13.95

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Bring authentic whole-fish dining home with our Fresh Wild-Caught Whole Redfish in 2 lb Units. These conveniently sized fish are ready to cook and prized globally for their striking crimson skin, tender sweet meat, and dramatic table presentation.

North Atlantic Redfish primarily refers to Sebastes fasciatus (Acadian redfish) and Sebastes marinus (golden redfish). Harvested from the icy waters of the North Atlantic, these deepwater rockfish feature a brilliant red skin and bright, delicate flesh. Unlike warm-water Red Drum or southern Red Snapper, ocean redfish remain compact in size—making them uniquely easy to cook whole at home.

Why Whole Redfish is a Culinary Favorite

  • Perfect 2 lb Household Pack: Contains 1–2 whole fish, offering just the right portion for a quick dinner or weekend specialty dish without buying in bulk.
  • Maximum Moisture & Flavor: Cooking whole with the skin, bone, and head intact seals in juices, delivering incredibly tender, flavorful meat.
  • Loved in Latin & Asian Cuisines: Whole redfish is a cornerstone of traditional Latin American and Asian seafood cooking, where bone-in preparation is celebrated for rich flavor and crispy skin.
  • Easy Home Preparation: Naturally small enough to fit inside standard home frying pans, woks, oven trays, and steamer baskets.
  • Wild or Farmed: Wild
  • Availability: Year Round
  • Package Size: 2 Lb
  • Form: Fresh, whole fish. Head on, guts in
  • Whole fish size: 0.75lb to 1.5 lb
  • 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.

Latin-Style Pescado Frito (Crispy Fried Whole Fish)

  • Method: Score the sides of the whole redfish in a crosshatch pattern, season thoroughly with mojo marinade, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and lime juice. Dredge lightly in flour and deep-fry whole until the skin turns extra-crispy and golden.
  • Key Ingredients: Garlic, lime, cumin, oregano, frying oil.
  • Best Served With: Tostones (fried plantains), arroz con gandules, chopped cabbage salad, and lime wedges.

Asian-Style Steamed Whole Redfish with Ginger & Soy

  • Method: Stuff the cavity with sliced ginger and scallions. Steam the whole fish for 10–12 minutes until tender. Drizzle with light soy sauce and flash-pour piping-hot sesame oil over the scallions to release aromatics.
  • Key Ingredients: Fresh ginger, scallions, light soy sauce, hot sesame oil, cilantro.
  • Best Served With: Steamed jasmine rice and baby bok choy.

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.
Whole Ocean Perch (Red Fish) - Fresh 2 Lb

$13.95 USD