This member of the cod family Gadidae is sometimes called walleye or bigeye pollock, sometimes snow cod or tomcod. Its eyes, projecting lower jaw and slim body readily identify it. The fish is olive green to brown on the back with silvery sides. Alaska pollock is the most ubiquitous of northern groundfish, ranging from California to Alaska and across the Aleutians to China, Russia and Japan; in Canada it is caught in the more northerly regions of British Columbia.

Alaska pollock is a lean fish with firm, white flesh and a nice flake.

Nutritional value per serving size 3 oz/85 g
Significantly low in fat and calories, Alaska Pollock is an excellent source of protein and minerals. Calories: 85 g. Protein: 18 g. Fat: 1 g. Saturated Fat: 0.2 g. Total Carbohydrates: 0 g. Dietary Fiber: 0 g. Sugars: 0 g. Cholesterol: 175 mg. Sodium: 105 mg. Calcium: 8 mg. Iron: 0.3 mg. Vitamin A: 20 RE.

To Buy
Alaska Pollock, a member of the cod family, should never be confused with Atlantic Pollock, a different species, which is darker, more oily, and has a "fishier" flavor.

Look for flesh that is firm, moist and has a pleasant fresh smell.

The fish is available fresh or frozen, headed and gutted, fillets (boneless, skin-on/skinless) and blocks (minced or whole fillets).

To Store
Wrap well in plastic wrap or place in a covered container.
Refrigerate for up to 3 days or you can freeze for up to 3 months providing your freezer operates at -18°C.

Cooking
It is equally delicious poached, baked, broiled, steamed, sauteed, or deep-fried.