Codfishis a type of deep-sea fish, mostly distributed in the continental shelf of the northern Atlantic Ocean. Authentic cod can be categorized as Atlantic cod, Greenland cod, and Pacific cod. Cod is currently one of the world's top fish with the highest annual catch volume; it has significant edible and economic value for people.However, many people do not know how to select codfish since its price isn't cheap, and there are often fake products in the market that could lead to being cheated.Today, MamaNet will introduce differences between codfish and pollock as well as guide you on selecting codfish and cooking it. Please pay attention!

Differences Between Codfish and Pollock

Many people confuse the difference between codfish and pollock; this confusion often occurs when buying online.In fact, there are many types of codfish, with different names based on their distribution area.Now let's look at the differences between codfish and pollock.

Pollock is a type within the cod family

The Atlantic cod is what we commonly see; China is one of Europe's largest suppliers of Atlantic cod products.

In Korean cuisine, pollock is well-known. In Western countries, it is also called Alaska pollock and belongs to the cod family. Its organs andfish eggscan be made into sauces.

How to Cook Codfish

Codfish is rich in nutrition, but many moms worry that frozen fish will not taste good after defrosting and might become watery.！So today, we bring you a delicious codfish recipe. Are you drooling?Don't run away!

Ingredients:500g Cod

Seasonings:1 tablespoon of red wine, 2 grams of salt,lemon juiceas needed, and some cumin seeds

Cooking Utensils:A flat pan

Steps:

First, defrost the codfish. Clean it with kitchen paper to remove surface water.

Next, place the defrosted cod in a large bowl, add an appropriate amount of red wine and salt for 10 minutes.

Then, apply a little flour to both sides of the fish.

Heat up a pan, then slowly add some oil. Fry the codfish until both sides are golden brown.

Squeezelemon juiceon all sides of the codfish.

Lastly, sprinkle cumin seeds evenly and fry for a short time.

Nutritional Value of Codfish

Cod is a type of sea fish; therefore, its nutritional value exceeds that of ordinary economic fish.Moreover, cod has thick meat with few fine bones, making it popular among babies!

[Nutritional Value of Cod]

High Protein Content!Cod contains very high-quality protein. Surprisingly, its fat content is extremely low, less than 0.5%, almost as little asshark meat.In codfish liver, oil content can reach up to 45%, along with vitamins A, D, and E.This nutritious food, low in fat and high in protein with few bones and a delicious texture, is loved by the elderly and children alike. It not only has high nutritional value but is also easily digestible for the human body.

For children, cod oil contains globulin, albumin, phosphoprotein, as well as various amino acids essential for development.

How Much Does Codfish Cost Per Pound

With more deep-sea fish available in the market, prices can be confusing. How do we determine which is fair and genuine?

Many moms complain that imported cod from X country is particularly expensive. Is this really true?

Online prices for cod range between 60-100 RMB per pound. The price depends on the origin and type of cod, such as Alaskan black cod costing around 130 RMB.When buying codfish, beware of fake products, specifically dragon cod; it's not a true cod species. Its high wax content can cause digestive issues like diarrhea when consumed.

Dragon Cod’s Appearance

The fish skin is rough, the scales are needle-like with spots, and the flesh is pale yellowish white. After cooking, its texture becomes even coarser, unlike fresh cod's delicate taste; it somewhat resembles duck meat in taste.

How to Pick Codfish

Moms often struggle when buying from a seafood market as they do not know how to select. How should one pick the right codfish?With many fish in the market being fake, moms need to be extra careful!

How to Pick Codfish:

In the market today, most codfish is ice-fresh; hence, freshness does not matter here. The only thing to watch out for is distinguishing between real and fake codfish!

Look at the appearance.Codfish has a clean white color with no obvious red lines. Scales are tight and won't easily fall off;

Feel it by hand.After defrosting, touch the fish; you should feel a smooth texture akin to a slimy layer;

What Fake Codfish Looks Like?

Fakes in the market are usually dragon cod. This is unrelated to cod and has high wax content that's hard to digest when consumed.

The skin ofdragon codis rough, scales are needle-like with spots; flesh appears pale yellowish white after cooking, tasting even coarser than fresh cod, somewhat resembling the taste of duck meat.The texture of the duck meat.The texture.