Orange Roughy have a reddish body that fades to a distinctive orange after capture, with a bluish tinge in the belly area. It has a deep body with conspicuous bony ridges and a massive head.
Belonging to the Trachichthyidae family (roughies), they are a slow-growing, long-lived fish. There is strong evidence that Orange Roughy may live as long as 130 years.
Found at depths of 750 to 1200 metres on the Chatham Rise, off the continental shelf from Gisborne to Kaikoura, off south Westland, and on parts of the Challenger Plateau off the West Coast.
It has a mild flavour and a soft, moist, pearly white flesh. Moderate oil content keeps it succulent and it holds together well in most cooking methods, although enjoyed at its best as a premium skinned fillet.
Orange Roughy is a good source of Selenium, Vitamin A and Vitamin D; and a source of Iodine, Iron, Phosphorus, Potassium and Vitamin B12.
Scientific Name: Hoplostethus Atlanticus
Pack:
20kg
Size:
S (700-1000g), M (1000-1500g), L (1500-2000g), 2L (2000g+)
Form:
Dressed Fillets
