While pollock is consistently among the most-consumed species in the United States (it is used in McDonald’s Filet-o-Fish sandwiches), it rarely graces the white tablecloth-lined tables of the country’s fanciest restaurants.
A relative of cod, pollock has white flesh and a mild flavor, perfect as the main component of fish sticks, fish filet sandwiches and imitation crab (surimi). However, as it has the reputation as a cheaper alternative to cod and haddock, it generally is…
