Atlantic Ocean Perch

Atlantic ocean perch, also known as redfish or rosefish, is a slow-growing deep-water species found in the cold waters of the North Atlantic. Despite the name, it is not a true perch but a member of the rockfish family. It has firm, white to pinkish flesh with a mild, slightly sweet flavour and a medium flake.

Ocean perch is well-suited to baking, pan-frying, steaming, and poaching. Its firm texture holds up in soups, stews, and curries. The skin crisps well when pan-fried and has an attractive reddish colour. It is a forgiving fish to cook — less likely to fall apart than more delicate species.

In Australia, Atlantic ocean perch appears primarily as frozen fillets, often sold skin-on. It is a good-value option for everyday fish meals and works as a substitute for local perch or snapper in most recipes.