White fish fillet (cod, pollock, flounder)

White fish / cod / haddock / corvina

Flavor and role

White, mild flesh that flakes gently along the grain. Suits frying, steaming and raw dishes alike.

Typical dishes and uses

Fish and chips (cod, haddock), ceviche (sashimi-grade flounder, sea bream, sea bass), fish tacos, dongtae jjigae (pollock stew).

Substitutes

Cod = haddock, pollock, Alaska pollock or tilapia 1:1. For ceviche, always use sashimi-fresh fish.

Storage

Refrigerate 1-2 days, freeze 3-6 months. Thaw frozen fillets in the fridge and pat dry before use.

Main countries

United Kingdom · IS · Peru

Used in this book

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Updated 2026-10-10