Farmed
Salvelinus alpinus
Arctic char
Arctic char belongs to the salmon family. However, its flesh is considered tastier and more refined. The more dark red is the flesh, the more fish is prized.
treatment | Size | Box |
---|---|---|
Whole HOG |
1-2 lb 2-4 lb 4-6 lb 6-9 lb |
50 lb |
Fillets D |
8-10 oz 10-12 oz 12-14 oz 14-16 oz 16+ oz |
10 lb |
ORIGIN:
Canada, Iceland
AVAILABILITY:
year-round
- Its oily flesh can vary from a pinkish-white to an orange-red.
- It has a flaky and quite firm, but extremely fine texture. It tastes similar to trout and salmon, but with more nuance and punctuated by a nutty aroma.
- Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, in vitamins B12 and D, as well as in selenium and phosphorus.