Seafood Handbook Glossary

Glossary of seafood terms from Seafood Handbook: The comprehensive guide to SOURCING, BUYING and PREPARATION, brought to you by the editors of SeaFood Business magazine. Browse terms below and be sure to explore the Seafood Handbook »

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Ocean-run

Refers to salmon that are still in the ocean and are therefore bright and firm. “Ocean–run” is also used by seafood companies to indicate a pack of random–weight products.

Off Cuts

Pieces of fillets, often used for fish sticks.

Omega-3s

Fatty acids found in seafood and other sources. Research has found that these fatty acids have a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system and many other aspects of human health.