Saithe fillets, or portions, loin, tails 120-140g, 140-160g, latin name: Pollachius virens

Common Name: Atlantic Pollock
Scientific Name: Pollachius virens
Market Name(s): Saithe, Green cod, Boston bluefish

Atlantic pollock is a member of the cod family but distinguished from cod by its greenish hue, paler belly, and brownish green back. Atlantic pollock are larger, slightly darker flesh, and have higher oil content than Alaskan pollock, which is actually a different species. Atlantic pollock is low in saturated fat and is an excellent source of protein, vitamin B12, phosphorus, and selenium. The flesh is firm and white, and has a sweet, delicate flavor. It is sold whole, in fillets, and steaks that are fresh, frozen, or smoked.

Saithe has a more characteristic taste than most of the white fish. There are many different ways to prepare saithe. It's rich fishy flavour makes the saithe ideal for spicy dishes and dishes with strong and full flavours. Saithe is often overlooked due to the darker colour of its raw flesh, though it becomes lighter after cooking