Pacific Whiting
Mercluccius productus
Managed by: NOAA Fisheries
Regions
West Coast
Protected status
None
Also known as
Pacific hake
Seafood Profile
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Taste
Mild and slightly sweet.
Texture
Soft and less flaky than other whitefish such as cod and pollock.
Color
Raw and cooked whiting ranges from pure white to off-white.
Health benefits
Whiting is a good source of selenium, vitamin B, magnesium, and protein.
Sources
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Image credit: NOAA Fisheries/Jack Hornady