Sustainability Rating:Multiple Rankings Available What:A beautiful ocean fish found in waters around the world, mahi mahi is a surface dweller and is a popular commercially and recreationally caught species. When:Available year-round, with optimal pricing occurring October – April. Where/How:Where – Hawaii, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Ecuador, Mexico and Fiji. How – Wild-caught, longline Back to Product Guide Characteristics Chefs …
Lobster, Slipper
Sustainability Rating:Grey – Unranked What:Tail Meat from the Slipper Lobster When:Available Year-Round Where/How:Where – China How – Wild Caught/Trap Back to Product Guide Characteristics Slipper Lobsters have no claws – the meat we enjoy comes from the tail. It’s sweet and tasty and although not quite a substitute for Maine Lobster meat, it’s still delicious and versatile (at …
Lobster Tails (Caribbean)
Sustainability Rating:Red – Avoid What:The delicious tail of the warm water spiny lobster When:Available Year-Round Where/How:Where – Western Atlantic How – Wild caught; trap Back to Product Guide Characteristics Lobster tail meat is firm, sweet and delicious. Work with your Santa Monica Seafood Sales Rep to select the perfect size for your application – we carry a wide range of …
Lobster Cocktail Claws
Sustainability Rating:Yellow – Good Alternative What:Cooked and frozen Atlantic lobster claws. When:Available Year-Round Where/How:Where – Canada How – Wild-caught Back to Product Guide Characteristics Since this product is easily stored in the freezer, you can always be on top of your inventory. Simply thaw and serve lobster cocktail claws chilled or steamed with a side of melted butter or …
Lamb
Sustainability Rating: Grey-Unrated What:High quality free-range lamb When: Where/How:Where: Australia How: Farm-raised Back to Product Guide Characteristics Each lamb has the perfect balance of mouth-watering intramuscular fat and just the right amount of tender lean meat. The farmers are able to objectively measure the overall health and well-being of each lamb – as the healthier the lamb, the …
Kvarøy Arctic Salmon Original Dogs
Sustainability Rating:Grey – Unrated What:A delicious and nutritious salmon hot dog made from a special blend of responsibly raised salmon and special seasonings. When:Available Year-Round Where/How:Where – Norway How – Farmed Back to Product Guide Characteristics Raise the bar for your menu with Kvarøy Arctic Salmon Hot Dogs from Norway. These delicious and nutritious salmon hot dogs come from …
Hamachi, Collars
Sustainability Rating: Red – Avoid What:Hamachi is Japanese for a certain species of Amberjack (Japanese Amberjack) that is farm raised. Hamachi is often confused or substituted for Hiramasa (or Yellowtail), which is also an Amberjack (Yellowtail Amberjack). When:Available Year-Round Where/How:Where: Japan How: Farm-Raised Back to Product Guide Characteristics Hamachi is technically a farmed yellowtail; with the same fantastic …
Halibut, Pacific
Sustainability Rating:Green – Best Choice What:Halibut from the Pacific Northwest. When:Available fresh Mid-March through Mid-November Available frozen and refreshed Mid-November through Mid-March Where/How:Where: Alaska and Canada How: Wild Caught, Long-line Back to Product Guide Characteristics Wild harvested halibut has wonderfully firm but flaky white flesh and a mild yet rich flavor. Because they feed voraciously on crabs, shrimp …
Hake
Sustainability Rating:Blue – Santa Monica Seafood Approved (MSC Certified) What:A delicious white-fleshed fish that is a member of the Cod Family and is MSC Certified When:Available Year-Round Where/How:Where – South Africa How – Wild Caught/Trawl Back to Product Guide Characteristics Although Hake is a member of the Cod family it has its own unique characteristics. Cooks up firm …
Eel (Unagi)
Sustainability Rating:Red – Avoid What:Eels either collected from the wild and “ranched” or Wild Harvested When:Available Year-Round Where/How:Where – China How – Wild Caught/Net Back to Product Guide Characteristics We do carry frozen Unagi (barbecued eel) ready to use for sushi or other recipes. It’s a tasty, savory treat. For Your Menu Unagi is a classic sushi option, …