
Gadus macrocephalus
Also Known As
Cod, Alaska cod, Gray cod, True cod
U.S. wild-caught Pacific cod is a smart seafood choice because it is sustainably managed and responsibly harvested under U.S. regulations.
Facts
Availability |
Year-round. |
Source |
U.S. wild-caught from Alaska, Washington, and Oregon. |
Taste |
Pacific cod is a mild-tasting fish. |
Texture |
Cooked Pacific cod is lean and flaky. Its moisture content is a bit higher than that of Atlantic cod, making the meat less firm. |
Color |
Raw Pacific cod is opaque and creamy white. Cooked cod is white. |
Health Benefits |
Pacific cod is a good source of low-fat protein, phosphorus, niacin, and vitamin B12. |
Health & Nutrition
Nutrition facts |
|
Serving weight | 100 g |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 82 |
Protein | 17.9 g |
Fat, total | 0.63 g |
Saturated fatty acids, total | 0.081 g |
Carbohydrate | 0 g |
Sugars, total | 0 g |
Fiber, total dietary | 0 g |
Cholesterol | 37 mg |
Selenium | 36.5 mcg |
Sodium | 71 mg |