Whiting
Whiting (Merlangius merlangus) is a common whitefish in UK and Irish waters, particularly abundant in the North Sea, Celtic Sea, and Irish Sea. It's a significant component of mixed demersal fisheries, valued for its mild flavour and versatility.
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Seasonality
Whiting is available year-round in the UK, with peak landings often occurring from autumn through spring. Spawning generally takes place in late winter to early summer, but fishing continues.
Sustainability
Stocks in the North Sea and West of Scotland are generally healthy, with some areas MSC certified. Buyers should check specific fishery assessments for the most sustainable sourcing options.
Culinary Uses
Its delicate, flaky white flesh makes whiting excellent for frying, baking, or poaching. It's popular in fish and chips, fish cakes, and as a versatile ingredient in processed seafood products.
UK & Ireland Industry
Key landing ports for whiting include Peterhead, Fraserburgh, and Brixham. It's a staple for UK processors, contributing to both fresh and frozen seafood markets domestically and for export.
Mousehole, Cornwall
Catch and sell directly to trade and public. Mackerel, Brown Crab, Skate, Spider Crab, Hake, Herring, Lobster, Cod, Ling, Pouting, Sea Bass, Red Mullet, Gurnard, Turbot, Monkfish, Haddock, Brill, Whiting, Pollock, Plaice, Dab, Ray, Lemon Sole, Dover Sole.
Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire
Mostly export langoustine to Europe, looking to expand whitefish production including cod, haddock, whiting and plaice fillets.
Birmingham, West Midlands
Wholesale suppliers of white fish, cod, haddock, black sea bream, coley, Dover sole, gurnard, grey mullet, hake, halibut, dog fish, john dory, lemon sole, monk fish, red mullet, plaice, red sea bream, skate, turbot, whiting, herring, mackerel, sardines, salmon, sea trout, trout, marlin, tuna, swordfish, shark, snapper, tilapia, cockles, mussels, brown crab, spider crab, langoustine, lobster, rock lobster, mussels, octopus, oysters, prawns, scallop, shrimp, squid, whelk and smoked fish products.