Fish
Silver Hake
B tier
Silver hake (Merluccius bilinearis) is a North-West Atlantic hake often sold as whiting in US markets—soft, mild white flesh with a fine flake. It is a classic New England fry fish and frozen fillet product, more delicate than cod and quicker to spoil if not iced. Deep-fry, pan-fry, or bake with crumbs. Silver hake’s soft structure suits breading that protects moisture. Use the same day when fresh; frozen-at-sea product is often more reliable than poorly iced “fresh” fish.
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History
Atlantic silver hake was taken by coastal New England fishers.
Markets sold silver hake as whiting for frying and everyday meals.
Distant-water and domestic fleets targeted silver hake volumes.
Management plans guided silver hake harvest and market supply.