Short Description
Tilapia, sometimes called “St. Peter’s Fish”, is rumored to be the fish with which Jesus filled St. Peter’s net. Coleson’s Catch® Tilapia Fillets, sustainably farm-raised in China, has served as an important staple fish in Asia and Africa and is now one of the Top 10 fish species in North America and Europe. Its global popularity is due to its mild and delicate flavor, affordable value and year-round availability. This small, perch-like fish, as boneless fillets or whole fish, can easily be prepared using your favorite recipes for whitefish. You will love its mild, slightly sweet flavor and firm, white-pink, flaky flesh. Coleson’s Catch® Tilapia Fillets are “new and improved”, with individually-packed fillets, and are now available in 2-pack sizes – 12 oz. and 2 Lbs. bags.
Full Description
Also available in 2lb Bags!
Tilapia, sometimes called “St. Peter’s Fish”, it is believed to be the fish with which Jesus filled St. Peter’s net to overflowing on the Sea of Galilee. Coleson’s Catch® Tilapia is found in warm (above 45 degrees F), fresh water lakes and rivers and is one of the healthiest fish available in stores today. Coleson’s Catch® Tilapia Fillets are one of very few farm raised fish species which have almost no mercury content. This is due to its natural diet being only plant based and its short life span. Tilapia have been introduced into several U.S. rivers and lakes as a natural biological control for aquatic plant overgrowth such as duckweed, algae and Eurasian milfoil. Tilapia has virtually eliminated the use of toxic weed control chemicals in many bodies of water in the U.S. Coleson’s Catch® Tilapia can grow to up to nine pounds and live up to eleven years, however the average is four to five pounds and 2-3 years. A four pound Coleson’s Catch®Tilapia yields approximately 1 to 1½ pounds of fillets. Most farm raised Tilapia come from China (the best flavor) Texas and Florida. Coleson’s Catch® Tilapia Fillets, sustainably farm-raised in China, serve as an important staple fish in Asia and Africa and is now one of the Top 10 fish species in North America and Europe. Tilapia’s global popularity is due to its mild and delicate flavor, affordable value and year-round availability. This small, perch-like fish, is high in phosphorus, selenium, B12 and potassium, and has virtually no fat, sodium or carbohydrates. You will love the mild, slightly sweet flavor and the firm, white-pink, flaky flesh is a perfect carrier for a delicate and flavorful sauce such as Béarnaise. Coleson’s Catch® Tilapia Fillets are also a perfect choice for fish tacos either lightly battered and fried or baked. As boneless fillets or the whole fish, Coleson’s Catch® Tilapia Fillets are quickly and easily prepared using your favorite recipes for whitefish. Perfect for a busy week night meal, Coleson’s Catch® Tilapia fillets defrost in lukewarm water in about 20 minutes. For more recipe ideas Click Here. Coleson’s Catch® Tilapia Fillets are “new and improved”, with individually-packed fillets, and are now available in 2-pack sizes – 12 oz. and 2 Lbs. bags.
