Sockeye salmon is one of the most popular of the salmon subspecies. It is well known for its dark red meat. The word "sockeye" comes from a Northwest native language, translating to "red fish". Sockeye salmon is known for its oily meat and rich flavor. This lox trim is made from the highest quality sockeye salmon from Alaska. It is then shipped down to the Seattle-Tacoma area where it is expertly cold smoked with an all natural process. Sockeye Salmon Lox Trim is a great snack on the go and for parties. It is a very healthy product as it is full of Omega-3 fatty acid! Heart healthy and delicious! Just what the doctor recommends for a healthy and happy life!