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June 23, 2026
What you need to know this week:

June Feature: Ocean Perch (aka Redfish)

If you are looking to elevate your summer menu with a delicious, versatile, and highly sustainable whitefish, look no further than our June Feature: Ocean Perch (AKA Redfish).

This isn't just a fantastic addition to your kitchen line; it’s a purchase you can feel good about. Our current inventory comes directly from the Anchor Project, a program started by our trusted partners at Red’s Best. By featuring this Ocean Perch, you are providing a direct, honest, and reliable market for independent, small-boat fishermen along the East Coast, ensuring their full catch finds a home and supporting domestic fisheries.

On the Menu: Culinary & Taste Profile

Ocean Perch is a hidden gem for chefs and operators during the busy summer season.

  • Flavor: Mild, sweet, and clean with a subtle, delicate nuttiness.
  • Texture: Lean and firm with a fine flake. It holds its shape beautifully across multiple cooking applications.
  • Versatility: Thanks to its excellent kitchen performance, these 1–4 oz skin-on fillets thaw perfectly and are ideal for blackening, baking, broiling, pan-searing, or even crisping up for premium fish tacos.

The Health Benefits

Your guests will love the clean nutrition profile of this wild-caught domestic favorite. Ocean Perch is naturally low in fat but packed with high-quality protein. It is an excellent source of essential nutrients, including Omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin B12, and selenium, making it a healthy, guilt-free center-of-the-plate option.

The Kitchen Advantage

Heading into the high-volume summer months, consistency is everything. The Anchor Project protects your margins by offering frozen-at-the-peak-of-freshness options that maintain incredible texture and yield. Every case also carries full sourcing traceability, allowing you to share the domestic small-boat story directly with your diners.

  • Item Code: OPE614
  • Specs: 1–4 oz Fillet
  • Pack Size: Frozen, 10 lb. Case.
  • Sourcing: USA Domestic / Sourced via the Anchor Project

Chef's Feature: Brown Butter Ocean Perch

Looking for immediate menu inspiration? Try pan-searing these delicate fillets and finishing them with a rich, nutty brown butter sauce, fresh lemon juice, and capers to perfectly complement the fish's natural sweetness.


Scan the QR code above for the full step-by-step recipe and plating guide!

Talk to your Account Manager today to secure your supply of this June Feature for your summer menu!

We’d love to see what you’ve created from JJ Seafood! Please tag us your photos, videos, and reels below!

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