Kyuquot Sound Sablefish (Black Cod)

Floating sea pens, Canada

We are always excited to offer Kyuquot Sound sablefish! It is difficult to find wild sablefish (black cod) here in the US because the bulk of the US catch is exported to Japan and when it is available, it's hugely expensive. We believe that Kyuquot Sound farmed sablefish gives its wild cousin a run for the money.

Kyuquot Sound sablefish are raised in partnership with the Kyuquot First Nation. The sablefish feed is FAO-certified organic, and the fish are harvested using a Japanese method that reduces stress on the fish.

Despite its common name, "black cod," sablefish is not a member of the codfish family and cooks differently from cod. Its high fat content makes it both flavorful and very forgiving when cooked. High in polyunsaturated fat, sablefish is perfect for low-cholesterol diets. It has milky white flesh and a buttery texture. View this video for inspiration. Sushi grade. Seafood Watch rates it a "Best Choice." Moderate mercury level. Kosher.

-- Nobu's Sablefish (Black Cod) with Miso (Nobu Matsuhisa / Food and Wine)

-- Slow-Roasted Black Cod with Red Chermoula (Bon Appétit)