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Species Name
Octopus
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Latin Name
Octopus vulgaris
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Origin
Apalachee Bay
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Harvest Method
Hook & Line
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Range & Habitat
Southern California & Mexico
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Producer
St Mark's Fleet
Range & Habitat
Clean, Rich, Moist, Flaky
Snook is similar to California White Bass, with a Haddock flake. Robalo contain a bit more ocean complexity in flavor. It is "Not Boring" by any means. The appeal of a paper white cooked flesh with a lean, yet moist, flake gives the Robalo a great marketability. Culinarily it can be treated as Cod, Haddock, White Bass, and Grouper.
Sweet, Lobster-like
Sweet and a perfect mix of Lobster and Shrimp Flavors. The Meat of the Spot Prawn has a phenomenal "SNAP" and finishes very silky. The Spot Prawn inhabit deep water and pack on "fat" to regulate body temperature. This translates to a beautiful product that interacts with dry cooking methods to retain "fat" in the finished dish. Broil, Grill, Roast, Saute, Crudo, Sushi, Ceviche.
Light, White, Flakey
Red Gurnard have a slim slightly tapering fillet. They are Portioning perfection. Red Gurnard have a beautiful ability to fit Tapas and Small Plate architecture. Red Gurnard have a unique sweetness and complexity that can only be found in Gurnards and Sea Robins. Red Gurnard have a very delicate cooked texture and a brilliant white color. This species is a favorite in Very Upscale French Restaurants.
Saute, Poach, Sear, Broil, Bouillabaise.