Atlantic Pollock - Pollachius virens
Finfish << Atlantic Pollock
Range:
New England
Seasonality:
Year-round
Method of Capture:
Purse Seine, Gillnet, Trawl and Hook & Line
Sustainability Consideration:
Avoid trawl-caught Atlantic Pollock. US stocks have been able to rebuild their numbers, and are now well-managed. Hook & Line and Gillnet caught are best choices.
Size Range:
2 to 8 pounds
Flavor and Texture:
Mild and light, clean flavor with a firm, coarse-flaked texture.
Cooking Tips:
bake, broil, fry, salt, simmer