Latin Name: Seriolella spp, S. punctata
Weight: 0.5-2kg, up to 5kg
Length: 40 to 60cm
Family: Silver warehou belongs to the Centrolophidae family, a group of open-ocean fishes found in temperate waters.
- Wild Caught
- Farmed
Location
Silver warehou is found mainly in the cooler waters of southern New Zealand, particularly around the Chatham Rise, Campbell Plateau and the southeast coast of the South Island. Adults are typically found in offshore waters, while juveniles may occur closer to the coast.
Sustainability
Sustainability of this New Zealand fish stock is ensured through the world-leading Fisheries Act and Quota Management System (QMS). The QMS guides the sustainable use of New Zealand fisheries. Find out what the QMS is and how it works.
The adjacent map shows the quota management areas (QMAs) relevant to this fishery. Source: Fisheries New Zealand (MPI) NABIS spatial data.
Fishing Methods
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Nutrition
Source: Biotin (vitamin B7), Vitamin A, Iodine, Phosphorus, Potassium
Good Source: Niacin (vitamin B3), Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Selenium, Omega-3 fatty acids
Seafood is a highly nutritious food and is a great source of protein. Many species are low in saturated fat and a number of them are a good source of Omega 3.
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Cooking Tips
Silver warehou has firm white flesh and a moderate-to-high oil content, helping it stay moist during cooking. Its rich flavour and versatile texture make it suitable for a wide range of dishes.
Try it:
• Pan-fried
• Baked
• In fish pies
• In soups and chowders
• In curries
• In casseroles
