Fresh Atlantic Ribbonfish (Cutlasfish)

Seasonal Item: December – March

New Offering from Virginia area

Atlantic Cutlassfish has the nickname “ribbon fish” because of their shiny slender eel-like bodies. Unlike other fish, the body has no scales and is covered with a shiny, metallic silver skin. The texture is delicate with white flakey meat (similar to flounder and sea trout) – the flavor is mild with a hint of briny ocean flavor. Cutlassfish is a highly favored delicacy in Japan and can be eaten as sashimi or pan fried. The price is per whole fish. This fish is wild caught off the coast of South Carolina.

Scientific Name: Trichiuridae, Lepidopus caudatus

Harvest Area: Virginia/South Carolina

Size: From head to tail the fish can range about 2-3 feet long. Width wise it is around 4 inches.

Weight: Each fish weighs approximately 2-3 pounds.

Your Package Arrives Fresh
We carefully package and ship our seafood from our facility in Gloucester, MA to you overnight delivery to ensure your food arrives fresh.