Silver Dory - Zenopsis ocellata (American John Dory)
Finfish << Silver Dory
Range:
Northwest Atlantic, New England
Seasonality:
Year-round, yet sporadic
Method of Capture:
Trap, Hook & Line, Trawl
Sustainability Consideration:
Silver Dorey is primarily a bycatch fish. The full use of bycatch is important from a waste-not perspective and the full accounting of catch is vital to scientific evaluations of populations and fishing methods.
Size Range:
1 to 4 pounds
Flavor and Texture:
Much like the New Zealand Dory, sweet, rich and succulent with a perfectly firm texture and a transparent quality
Cooking Tips:
sauté, braise, grill, bake in gratin