Fish

Atlantic Cod

A tier

Atlantic cod is the everyday market name for Gadus morhua sold as loins, fillets, and saltfish. Expect snow-white flesh, huge tender flakes, and a clean mild taste that takes butter, tomato, curry, and beer batter without fighting back. Icelandic, Norwegian, and Barents Sea fish often lead quality talk when handled well. Best for classic fish and chips, brandade, baked loins with herbs, and gentle pan sauces. The fish is lean—baste or use a moist method if cooking thick pieces. Avoid watery thawed blocks with dull smell; bright, firm flesh is the baseline.