Surimi (Pollock)
Species Name:Theragra chalcogramma Sustainability Rating:Yellow – Good Alternative What:Surimi, also known as as imitation crabmeat, is made from minced Pollock When:Available Year-Round Where/How:Where – USA, Russia How – Wild Caught/Trawl Back to Product Guide Characteristics Surimi has a mild, crablike flavor and a firm texture. It can come in a variety of styles like sticks and flakes. For Your …
Cod, Norwegian
Species Name:Gadus morhua Sustainability Rating:Yellow – Good Alternative (This Fishery is MSC Certified) What:When we bring in Norwegian Cod, we are generally bringing in Skrei. Skrei is a the first catch of mature Norwegian Cod of the season (January – April). These fish are specifically caught on small boats in the traditional spawning grounds off Norway’s Northern Coast. When:Available January – April Where/How:Where …
Cuttlefish
Species Name:Sepia officinalis Sustainability Rating:Grey – Unranked What:Also called Sepia, Cuttlefish is similar to squid When:Available Year-Round Where/How:Where – Mediterranean How – Wild Caught Back to Product Guide Characteristics Cuttlefish are similar to octopus and squid, with a unique flavor and firm texture. For Your Menu Grill or pan fry cuttlefish; since it comes from the Mediterranean why not work with …
Shrimp, Carabineros
Species Name:Plesiopenaeus edwardsianus Sustainability Rating:Grey – Unranked What:U/5 Head-on Spanish Prawns – Giant Prawns that have a bright red shell – even when raw. Rumor has it their name comes from the fact that Spanish Customs Police (Carabineros in Spanish) wear a uniform of the same bright red color. When:Available Year-Round Where/How:Where: Spain How: Wild Caught/Trawls, Nets Back to Product Guide …