Southern Blue Whiting is a deep-water species native to the cold, clean waters of the Southern Hemisphere. It is particularly valued for its firm, moist white flesh and low fat content, making it a versatile option for health-conscious consumers and foodservice professionals alike. Unlike its northern counterparts, Southern Blue Whiting is free from parasites and offers a clean, mild flavor profile.
Firm, white flesh with low fat content
Mild, clean flavor suited to a wide range of preparations
Free from parasites and northern whiting mushiness
Sustainably sourced from MSC-certified New Zealand fisheries
Deep-water species, typically found at 50–900m depths
Excellent protein source with low saturated fat
Ideal for value-added processing or whole fillet formats
Naturally low in sodium and cholesterol
Caught in cold, clean Southern Hemisphere waters
MSC Certified: New Zealand
IUCN Red List: Unclassified
Southern Blue Whiting trawling in New Zealand is MSC certified and currently considered sustainable.
Southern Blue Whiting (Micromesistius australis) (Fish)
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Energy |
819 kJ / 196 kcal |
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Total Fat |
1.4 g |
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• Saturated Fat |
0.43 g |
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• Polyunsaturated |
0.53 g |
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• Monounsaturated |
0.44 g |
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• Trans Fat |
0 g |
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Cholesterol |
20 mg |
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Sodium |
50 mg |
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Protein |
16 g |