What is Hake?
Hake are round fish caught via static net in Cornwall, or demersal trawled in Scottish waters. MSC Hake is available and the fish is most abundant in the months from March to October. The yield of a Hake can be approximately 50%. Alternative species to Hake are Cod and Haddock.
Hake has an uncomplicated, subtle taste combining the flavour of cream with a hint of salt. The texture of flesh is delicate and the skin is easy to eat.
Latin Name
Merluccius Merluccius
Seasonality
Hake is most abundant from March to October.
Alternatives
Alternative products to Hake would be Cod or Haddock.
Hake Recipes & Videos
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Pan Fried Hake Pan Fried Hake, Sorrel Butter Sauce, Grilled Asparagus With Gremolata
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MSC Hake Fish Fingers & Sourdough Bread Sandwich Using MSC Hake to create fish fingers, with sourdough bread sandwich served with a wedge of lemon and a portion of chips.
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How to fillet a Hake / round fish fillet Watch our video guide on how to fillet a Hake / round fish fillet
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How to skin a round fish fillet Watch our video guide on how to skin a round fish fillet
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Pan Fried Hake A delicious spring seasonal recipe from chef, Martin, utilising Hake from Direct Seafoods and fresh produce from Oliver Kay.
