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The Instacart guide to whole seabass products
About whole seabass
Seabass is a common name for a variety of fish species and families that share certain characteristics. In general, the seabass has an elongated body covered by small, tight scales, a large head, and a broad straight-edged or rounded tail. Most of them are marine fish that live in the shallower waters of warm and tropical seas. Seabass typically has firm, lean flesh with a mild, sweet flavor that isn't overly "fishy."Â
However, this is about where the similarities end. The different species in the group can range in size from a few inches to six feet, as is the case with the Goliath grouper. The giant grouper can even grow to nine feet in size. Other seabass species include fish like the white seabass, Chilean seabass, Blue-spotted seabass, Peruvian seabass, black seabass, and the European seabass.Â
Most of the species in the group aren't actually seabass at all. For instance, the white seabass is a drum fish, while the Chilean seabass is actually the Patagonian toothfish. Examples of species that can be classified as "true" seabass include:
- Black seabass: These small but plump fish, which usually weigh under five pounds, can be found in the western Atlantic Ocean, from Cape Cod to the Gulf of Mexico. The fish is named for its black color, but it can also be a dusky brown. Commercially, the black seabass is one of the most important seabass species.
- Barred sand bass: Commonly known as sand bass, the barred sand bass lives in the coastal waters of California. They are gray-white in color and have a large mouth with a protruding bottom jaw — hence their other common name, grumpy. It's a small fish that typically ranges from seven to 10 inches. If you're lucky enough to catch a keeper-size specimen, the sand bass makes for a tasty meal.
Whole seabass cooking tips
People who don't like strong fish flavors tend to find seabass acceptable due to the fact that the fish has a delicate and mild taste. The flesh of the fish is typically firm and tender and breaks into medium-sized flakes. You can either eat your seabass filleted or, if the fish is smaller in size, you can cook it whole.Â
There are various delicious ways in which to prepare whole seabass. An easy and quick method is to roast the seabass in the oven. Preheat the oven to 365 degrees and then prepare the fish by rubbing it with olive oil and seasoning it well. You can stuff the fish with herbs for some added flavor, or you can even add vegetables. Roast the fish in a roasting tray for about 20 to 25 minutes.Â
You can also bake a whole seabass in foil. Season the fish and stuff it with garlic, bay leaves, a few lemon slices, and some thyme and parsley. Place the fish on a sheet of tin foil that's big enough to wrap around it and add a few dollops of butter. Pour some white wine over the fish, add more seasoning, and then close the tin foil so that the fish is completely sealed—Bake in a preheated oven, set at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for about 25 minutes.
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FAQs about whole seabass
Seabass is an excellent source of protein, selenium, and omega-3 fatty acids. Protein provides amino acids that help build and repair muscles and bone, while selenium reduces inflammation and enhances your immune system. Omega-3 fatty acids, on the other hand, lower blood pressure, reduce cholesterol levels, and protect against heart disease.
Seabass is also a good source of vitamin D, which helps to keep the bones, teeth, and muscles in your body healthy. In addition, the fish provides vitamin B6, which improves brain function, prevents anemia, and benefits the central nervous system.
The fins of a seabass can be quite spikey, so prevent any possible injuries by cutting the fins off with some scissors at the beginning of the process. You then want to remove the fish's head by cutting into the flesh right behind the neck. Next, make an incision right beside the spine and cut the fish from head to tail, about halfway into the body. You can then release the ribs and tail using the knife to stroke over the ribs from head to tail. Repeat the process to fillet to the other side of the fish.