Brazilian Yellowtail Snapper — 5 lb Whole-Fish Pack
Brazilian yellowtail snapper is a wild-caught tropical white fish with a mild, slightly sweet flavor and firm, flaky flesh. Each fish is gilled, gutted, and scaled before freezing, making the pack convenient for whole roasting, grilling, baking, steaming, or further fabrication.
Current Order Details
- Product form: Whole, gilled, gutted, and scaled
- Pack size: 5 lb total, approximately 3–5 fish
- Individual size: Approximately 1–2 lb and 12–16 inches per fish
- Price: $120 per pack, $24.00 per lb
- Origin: Brazil, South Atlantic
- Harvest: Wild-caught
- Condition: Flash-frozen
- Shipping: UPS with dry ice for frozen delivery
- Sale terms: Final sale due to the perishable nature of seafood
Flavor and Texture
The clean, approachable flavor works with citrus, herbs, garlic, butter, tomato, capers, coconut, ginger, and Caribbean or Mediterranean seasonings. The firm flesh holds together well on the grill and makes an attractive whole-fish presentation.
Cooking Suggestions
- Whole roasted: Score the skin, season inside and out, and roast with lemon, garlic, and herbs.
- Grilled: Brush with oil and grill over medium-high heat, turning carefully.
- Baked: Cook with tomatoes, capers, white wine, herbs, or citrus.
- Steamed: Use ginger, scallions, soy sauce, and aromatic vegetables.
Cooking time varies with fish size and method. Cook until the thickest edible portion reaches 145°F.
Thawing and Storage
Thaw the sealed fish overnight in the refrigerator or submerge the sealed package in cold water for approximately 30–45 minutes. Do not thaw at room temperature or in warm water. Once thawed, refrigerate and cook within 1–2 days. Do not refreeze previously thawed fish.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many fish are in a pack?
A 5 lb pack normally contains approximately 3–5 fish, depending on natural size variation.
Is the fish cleaned?
Yes. The fish is sold whole, gilled, gutted, and scaled.
Is it fresh or frozen?
It is flash-frozen at peak quality and shipped with dry ice.
Can it be eaten raw?
No. This product is intended for cooked use and is not sold for sushi, sashimi, ceviche, crudo, or other raw preparations.
Compare Snapper Products and Recipes
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Final Sale — No Returns or Refunds
Due to the perishable nature of seafood, this product is final sale and is not eligible for return or refund. Inspect the shipment immediately after delivery. If there is a delivery-related problem, contact Global Seafoods North America promptly in accordance with the published claim policy.