Out of stock
Lingcod
Locally sourced from
Our hardworking fishermen
- LocalMonterey Bay
- Caught byHook & Line
- FreshSold by the pound
Ophiodon elongatus
Also known as Blue Cod, Green cod, Buffalo cod
Often nicknamed "Buckethead" (and no, it's not because they've been listening to too much guitar music 🎸), Lingcod boasts a grand noggin and a mouthful of pearly-sharp chompers.
Lingcod stands apart with its unique attribute: its mesmerizing shade of blue meat. This captivating hue is a natural phenomenon due to a pigment called biliverdin which can be found in the blood of some fish. While the raw Lingcod has this gorgeous blue hue, the moment it hits the pan or the grill, the blue hue vanishes, giving way to a pristine white delicacy. It's a transformation that adds a touch of wonder to your dining experience.
Toss it on the grill, pop it in the oven, or give it a little sizzle in the pan, and voilà! Lingcod has a delightful, flaky bite every time.
Sustainability status for this species is published by NOAA Fisheries.
Safe to eat raw?
Lingcod can be eaten raw if prepared properly! Avoid eating the belly of the fish (that’s where parasites would live) and make sure the person preparing the fish knows what they’re doing! Otherwise, stick to cooked preparations.
How to cook
Pan sear, bake, grill, raw (ceviche)
Lingcod season
Lingcod is available year-round.
Worry-free guarantee
We want you to be extremely happy with your fish and to rely on us weekly as your own personal fisher-people. If something isn't right, tell us and we'll make it right.
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