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Striped Bass Roccus lineatus
Rockfish, Rock, Rock Bass, Striper, greenhead, Squidhound
A popular variety and always in demand this fish has
firm and flaky flesh. As a sought after sport fish most states have a
minimum length requirement of 10 inches. These fish have been recorded to
sizes of 125 lbs but 15 pounds are now considered to be a large market
size.
Pinkish-white flesh of firm texture, moderate fat
content, and sweet, distinctive flavor. The skin is edible. Most any style
of cooking will suit the striped bass, which is excellent broiled,
poached, steamed, pan-fried, or grilled (since the flesh is firm, you need
not use a grill basket).
Season All year.
In the markets February to April and again in October and November.
Waters: Atlantic coast; It ascends into rivers
and bays from Cape Cod to North Carolina; some Pacific waters. Fish farms
in California and other states.
Available: Whole, fillets, steaks
Market Form |
Weight Lbs. |
Cooking Method |
Steaks, fillets,
whole or drawn (lean) |
1/2-4
50-125 |
Bake, pan-fry, deep
fat fry, broil |
Yield |
Purchased |
Size |
Yield |
Round |
4 to 5 lbs |
100% |
Drawn |
3 to 4 |
80% |
Fillets |
1 1/2 to 2 lbs |
40% |
Drawn |
5 to 6 lbs |
60% |

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