Wild Red Spring

Oncorhynchus tshawytscha

Characteristics

• Primarily caught off the Pristine waters of Queen Charlotte Islands
• Available Fresh Head-on and Head off or Frozen (FAS) H & G
• Size graded 7 - 11 lb. 11 – 18 lb., 18 + lb. each
• Also referred to as King Salmon
• Troll caught product
• An Oceanwise choice
• Highest Omega 3 Content of all Wild Salmon
• Deep orange to red flesh
• Excellent for Portioning, Filleting or Smoking

Handling & Storage

• Look for H & G Fish that Brite skin across entire body.
• Quality fish flesh will spring back after touching.
• Iced properly around fish and in belly cavity will extend shelf life of fish
• Avoid leaving product sitting in ice melt. Re-ice daily.
• Minimum shelf life is 5 days from delivery.

Seasonal Availability

Available Fresh mainly in June, July, August with localized openings year round.

Flavour/Texture Profile TEXTURE: Large moist flakes produce a beautiful, delicate texture.

FLAVOUR: The King of all Salmon has a rich, full bodied taste.

Cooking Tips

• Sashimi quality
• Suitable for all cooking methods
• Good substitute would be Sockeye salmon.

Recipe Roasted Salmon with Fresh Salsa