
There are three species of redfish (Uer)
in Norwegian waters. Those that are sold commercially are usually
common redfish (Sebastes marinus) and rosefish (Sebastes mentella),
whereas Norway redfish (Sebastes viviparus) is too small (max 32 cm) to
be sold commercially.
Redfish are found along the edge of the
continental slope at depths of 100 to 500 metres, although individual
specimens have been caught at depths of up to 900 metres. In the
Norwegian Sea, redfish are pelagic fish. The three species have
different dispersals, which overlap each other.
Common redfish
migrate in the summer. Fully matured common redfish have their feeding
grounds in the Barents Sea, where they mate from August to October. In
the winter, they begin to migrate south to their spawning grounds off
the Vesterålen / Lofoten archipelago.
The
largest catches of redfish are made by nets and trawlers in the north
of Norway. Secondary catches of redfish are made all year in most of
the Norwegian economic zone and in the zone around Svalbard. Strict
regulations are necessary in order to replenish vulnerable stocks.
Use
Sold
as fresh fillets, and salted whole fish or fillets. Fresh fillets can
be fried and grilled. Redfish is also an excellent fish for stir-fry
dishes and goes well with chillies, garlic and soy sauce. Salted
redfish, on the other hand, are best suited for poaching with
traditional Norwegian garnishes, such as root vegetables and potatoes.
Nutritional content
The fat content in redfish may vary somewhat, but it usually amounts to about 1 gram of omega-3 fatty acids per 100 grams of fillet. Redfish is also a good source of protein.
Seafood from Norway.
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SEBASTES SPP.
SEASON
All year round
SIZE
Up to 1 metre Weight up to 15 kg
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