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One whole black tilapia per pack, 500–800g — gutted and scaled, with a 20% protective ice glaze. Oreochromis niloticus is a lean freshwater fish with light, firm, flaky flesh and a delicate sweet taste. We’ve sourced this as a deliberate alternative to standard Chinese-farmed tilapia — wild-quality flavour and cleaner-tasting meat.
Pack details
- Weight: 500–800g per fish
- Quantity: 1 whole fish per pack
- Species: Oreochromis niloticus
- Form: gutted, scaled, with 20% protective glaze
- Storage: keep at −18°C; defrost overnight in the fridge before cooking
How to cook
- Whole-roast: 200°C for 22–28 minutes with lemon, garlic and herbs in the cavity.
- Pan-fry: 4–5 minutes per side with butter and lemon.
- Grill / BBQ: 5–7 minutes per side over medium-high heat.
- Asian steamed: 14–18 minutes with ginger, soy and spring onion.
- Tacos: blackened with chilli-lime, served with slaw in soft tortillas.
Pair with a chilled Sauvignon Blanc or a tropical-fruity Riesling.
Sourcing and delivery
Black tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) — non-Chinese-farmed for cleaner flavour. Dispatched frozen from our UK warehouse in insulated packaging.
