Gag Grouper

Mycteroperca microlepis

Also Known As

Grouper, Copper belly, Charcoal belly

U.S. wild-caught gag grouper is a smart seafood choice because it is sustainably managed and responsibly harvested under U.S. regulations.

Availability	Fresh year-round in the Gulf of Mexico, and from May through December in the South Atlantic.
Source	U.S. wild-caught from North Carolina to Texas.
Taste	Mild but distinct flavor, somewhere between bass and halibut.
Texture	Firm, moist, and flaky.
Color	White when both raw and cooked.
Health Benefits	Grouper is low in saturated fat. It is also a good source of vitamins B6 and B12, phosphorus, potassium, protein, and selenium.