Scup Whole

Also known as porgy, scup is a small, lean fish with a mild flavor profile. Pairs well with Mediterranean flavors such as olives, capers, parsley, lemon and roasted tomatoes. 1 fish per pack. Scaled, gutted. We recommend 1 scup per person.

Easy Seafood Recipes - Whole fish cookery is a delicious, sustainable method of cooking. It allows for use for all parts reducing waste while deepening the flavor profile and maintaining moisture level by cooking with the bone-in. There are various ways whole fish are prepared. The simplest way is to oil, salt and pepper the entire fish and roast it on a baking pan in the oven at 350 for 35-45 minutes (depending on size). Save the bones to make homemade fish stock. Try Roasted Scup with Briny Herb Sauce or Whole Grilled Porgy.

Health Benefits - Scup is a low-sodium, low-fat source of protein. It is high in niacin, phosphorus, vitamins B6 and B12, and selenium

Did You Know - U.S. wild-caught from Massachusetts to North Carolina, The top five states for commercial scup landings are Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Connecticut.

Peak Freshness - Fish is high tech flash frozen and vacuum sealed at peak freshness from the ocean. Seafood is delivered to your door moderately thawed on dry ice and may be put either directly into your freezer to keep at restaurant quality for up to 9 months, or thaw under refrigeration prior to cooking. Product has 4 day refrigerated shelf life.