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Hake

A lean white fish of the Merluccius family. The kitchen uses the fillets, which are the boneless sides of a deep-water fish.

Origin

Caught in the Atlantic and the Pacific, and a staple fish in Spain and Portugal.

Flavour

Mild, clean, and slightly sweet.

How to use it

Fry, bake, or poach the fillet. It is delicate and turns dry if overcooked.

Storage

Refrigerate on ice and cook within a day, or freeze.

Recipes using it

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