6 Ways to Celebrate National Seafood Month the Right Way

BySouthstream Seafood
Alaskan Pollock Noodle Bowls. Source: Alaska Seafood.

October brings cooler temperatures and vibrant fall colors, but it also marks National Seafood Month—a time to reflect on the benefits of sustainable seafood. At Southstream Seafoods, we offer high-quality seafood to meet the needs of healthcare facilities, food distributors, and restaurants. Celebrate sustainable seafood and explore why choosing our products is the ideal choice for your health and business.

1. Understanding Sustainable Seafood

Quick and easy fish tacos. Source: Alaska Seafood.

Sustainable seafood means that fish are harvested responsibly, allowing populations to replenish naturally. At Southstream, our products are sourced from fisheries committed to preserving marine ecosystems. Additionally, these practices ensure that fisheries remain healthy and abundant for future generations. By introducing sustainable seafood, healthcare facilities, food distributors, and restaurants can support responsible sourcing while offering healthy dishes.

2. The Nutritional Benefits of Seafood

Teriyaki Fish Stir Fry with Pollock. Source: Alaska Seafood.

Seafood, like our premium Cape hake fillets, is packed with essential nutrients and omega-3 fatty acids, which are vital for heart, brain, and immune system health. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that people six months and older should incorporate seafood into their diet. However, nearly 90% of Americans fall short of this recommendation. At Southstream, we help bridge that gap by supplying high-quality seafood products, making it easy to create delicious meals that meet dietary needs.

3. Exploring Global Seafood Delights

Buttery Cracker Topped Alaska Cod. Source: Alaska Seafood.

Discover the culinary possibilities with Southstream’ premium seafood products. Our Nutaaq Cod and Cape Hake fillets bring delicious flavors to the table, allowing restaurants to craft dishes using premium seafood. By showcasing international seafood offerings, both healthcare facilities and distributors can satisfy the growing consumer demand for high-quality, sustainable, and diverse seafood options.

4. Seafood for Tailgating and Gatherings

Grilled Sliders with Avocado. Sourced: Alaska Seafood.

It is football season, and tailgate parties are a great opportunity to bring seafood to the table. From cod sliders to grilled haddock fillets, incorporating seafood into game-day dishes can provide a twist on the classics. Restaurants can introduce special game-day menus featuring seafood favorites, while food distributors can ensure their clients have access to crowd-pleasing seafood options for any gathering.

5. Planning Holiday Menus

Creamy Coconut Pollock Curry with Saffron Rice. Source: Alaska Seafood.

As the holidays approach, it’s time to reinvent traditional menus with the addition of sustainable seafood. Featuring premium pollock fillets to Cape Hake folded loins, businesses can provide festive dishes that appeal to diners looking for unique culinary experiences. At Southstream Seafoods, our wide range of products is designed to elevate any holiday menu with sustainable, flavorful options.

6. Embracing Simplicity

Harissa Alaska Cod Rice Bowls. Source: Alaska Seafood.

Preparing high-quality seafood doesn’t have to be complicated. Southstream delivers easy-to-prepare options like our haddock and cod fillets, which help create mouthwatering meals with minimal effort. Healthcare facilities and food distributors can highlight the convenience of preparing our products, making them ideal for busy kitchens while ensuring customers receive nutritious seafood meals.

Choose Southstream Seafoods

During National Seafood Month, we celebrate the many benefits of sustainable seafood for our health, our environment, and our communities. At Southstream Seafoods, we’re proud to provide the healthcare industry, food distributors, and restaurants with premium products like Atlantic cod, wild-caught pollock, and more. Our brands, including Frostmark™, Thorfish, and I&J, are a testament to our dedication to quality and sustainability. Explore our diverse range of seafood on our website and contact us for more information.

This blog is based on information provided by NOAA Fisheries.

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Irresistible Cape Hake in a Rich White Wine Sauce

Irresistible Cape Hake in a Rich White Wine Sauce

BySouthstream Seafood
Source: Pescanova USA. Get the recipe here.

If you’re looking to impress your customers with a fresh and elegant seafood dish, look no further than this Cape Hake with scallops and white wine sauce recipe. The fresh taste of Southstream’s Cape Hake, combined with succulent scallops and a rich, creamy honey and white wine sauce, creates a flavorful dish. This recipe not only highlights the premium quality of Southstream’s seafood but also provides a sophisticated yet comforting dining experience.

This Cape Hake with scallops and white wine sauce is a flavorful addition to any menu. By using Southstream’s premium Cape Hake, you ensure high-quality, mouthwatering results every time. This recipe is ideal for food distributors, healthcare facilities, and restaurants looking to enhance their menus with a crowd-pleasing seafood option. Add this delicious dish to your offerings and watch your customers come back for more.

Ingredients

  • 4 Southstream’s Cape Hake fillets
  • 1 bag of scallops
  • 4 ounces of white wine
  • 7 ounces of cooking cream
  • 2 ounces honey
  • 1 tablespoon of flour
  • 3.5 ounces of leek, finely chopped
  • 1 pinch of white pepper
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • Olive oil

Instructions

  1. Defrost the Seafood: Begin by defrosting the scallops and Cape Hake fillets to ensure even cooking.
  2. Prep the Cape Hake: Coat the Cape Hake fillets with a mix of salt, pepper, and flour. This helps to create a light, crispy exterior.
  3. Prep the Scallops: Similarly, coat the scallops with flour for a delicate crust.
  4. Cook the Cape Hake: In a frying pan, cover the bottom with olive oil and cook the Cape Hake fillets for 1 minute on each side. Once cooked, remove, drain, and set aside.
  5. Cook the Scallops: In the same frying pan, cook the scallops similarly to the Cape Hake and then set them aside.
  6. Sauté the Leeks: Strain the oil from the frying pan into another pan and sauté the finely chopped leek until soft but not browned.
  7. Combine Ingredients: Add the Cape Hake and scallops back into the pan with the leeks.
  8. Add White Wine: Pour in the white wine and let it reduce, infusing the seafood with a rich, aromatic flavor.
  9. Add Cooking Cream: Lower the heat, add the cooking cream, and stir to combine. Season with a pinch of salt.
  10. Sweeten the Sauce: Add the honey to the sauce, stirring well to incorporate its sweetness.
  11. Finish Cooking: Allow the sauce to cook for a few minutes until it reaches a smooth, creamy consistency.
  12. Serve: Plate the Cape Hake and scallops, generously drizzling the white wine sauce over the top. Serve immediately for a fresh, comforting seafood experience.

Choose Southstream Seafoods

At Southstream, we are committed to delivering high-quality, sustainably sourced seafood to meet the nutritional needs of hospitals, retirement homes, and other institutions. Our brands, including Frostmark™, Thorfish, and I&J, stand for quality and sustainability. Explore our range of products on our website or contact us at sales@southstream.com for more information.

This recipe is from Pescanova USA: Cape Hake with Scallops and White Wine Sauce.

The Magnesium Benefits of Eating Seafood You Need to Know

The Magnesium Benefits of Eating Seafood You Need to Know

BySouthstream Seafood

From heart-healthy omega-3s to a variety of essential vitamins and minerals, seafood provides nutrients that are important for all life-stages. And speaking of minerals in seafood, we’re focusing on one trace mineral that has a big impact in the body: magnesium.

Magnesium is a trace mineral, which means we don’t need large amounts of it. And you may be surprised to discover that magnesium is needed for more than 600 reactions in the body! Some of these roles include maintaining proper nerve and muscle function, assisting with DNA production, supporting a steady heartbeat, managing blood glucose, keeping bones strong and so much more. 

Additionally, magnesium is an electrolyte that works in tandem with calcium, potassium and sodium to help keep our hearts ticking seamlessly and our blood pressure in check. High or low levels of any of these will likely raise or lower other electrolytes. In fact, severe magnesium deficiency can cause hypocalcemia (low calcium) or hypokalemia (low potassium) levels.

Incorporating a variety of magnesium-rich foods like seafood, seeds, and nuts into the diet can provide these essential health benefits. For a more detailed exploration of the magnesium benefits of seafood, you can read the full article here.

Choose Southstream Seafoods

Southstream is committed to providing high-quality fish products that cater to the nutritional needs of hospitals and retirement homes. Our seafood selections are not only delicious but also packed with the essential nutrients that promote health and wellness. By choosing Southstream Seafoods, you can ensure that your patients and residents receive the best possible care through their diet. Our brands, including Frostmark™, Thorfish, and I&J, exemplify our dedication to quality and sustainability. Explore our range of products on our website and contact us at sales@southstream.com for more information.

This blog is based on information provided by DishonFish.

Traversing Policy: Southstream Seafoods’ Contribution to the Farm Bill

Traversing Policy: Southstream Seafoods’ Contribution to the Farm Bill

BySouthstream Seafood

As the House and Senate work on the proposed Farm Bill legislation, the emerging framework, for the first time ever, reflects a significant focus on seafood. This increased emphasis on seafood marks a significant turning point in legislative priorities, a shift that owes much to the collaborative efforts of industry stakeholders, including a Southstream Seafood employee, Tomas Conde, who actively participated in advocacy initiatives with The Future Leaders during their lobbying efforts on Capitol Hill in May.

These engagements involved meetings with key offices such as those of Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, Senator Jack Reed, Representative Seth Magaziner, and Representative Gabe Amo. The Future Leaders team addressed crucial agenda items, advocating for the establishment of an Office of Seafood Policy within the USDA’s Office of the Chief Economist and pushing for trade policies that secure access to essential seafood products for Americans’ long-term health.

Recent developments within the House Agriculture Committee and the Senate frameworks, encompassing both Democrat and Republican perspectives, reflect a growing awareness of the importance of seafood. Provisions include support for seafood in nutrition programs, a focus on aquaculture, efforts to provide much-needed credit to seafood-related businesses through programs like the Food Supply Chain Grant and Guaranteed Loan Program, and the creation of a seafood liaison at the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to enhance coordination on seafood policy. Additionally, there are proposals for technical assistance to bolster cold chain capacity and strategies to expand seafood processing in coastal communities.

The participation of a Southstream Seafoods’ employee who lobbied on Capitol Hill in May, along with NFI-coordinated outreach, has played a role in shaping these legislative priorities. The efforts of The Future Leaders have contributed to establishing a seafood liaison at the USDA and advancing proposals for expanding seafood processing in coastal areas. While the path of the Farm Bill remains dynamic, with ongoing discussions poised to impact post-election sessions or potential reauthorization in 2025, the momentum for change is undeniable.

Looking ahead, the 2024 Leadership Summit scheduled for September 23-26 in Washington, D.C., offers a further opportunity to advocate for critical seafood-related issues and garner continued support. This ongoing collaboration and advocacy are essential steps toward securing a sustainable and thriving future for the seafood industry and all its stakeholders.

For those interested in learning more about the proposed Farm Bill legislation and its implications for fisheries support, we recommend reading “Fishing Groups Praise US Senate Farm Bill for Including Fisheries Support.”

Choose Southstream Seafoods

At Southstream, we are committed to delivering high-quality, sustainably sourced seafood to meet the nutritional needs of hospitals, retirement homes, and other institutions. Our brands, including Frostmark™, Thorfish, and I&J, stand for quality and sustainability. Explore our range of products on our website or contact us at sales@southstream.com for more information.

Air Fryer Parmesan Cod: A Healthy and Easy Recipe for a Mouthwatering Meal

Air Fryer Parmesan Cod: A Healthy and Easy Recipe for a Mouthwatering Meal

BySouthstream Seafood
Source: The Recipe Critic. Get the recipe here.

Introducing a must-have for your menu: Air Fried Parmesan Cod featuring Southstream Seafoods’ premium frozen Alaskan Cod. This recipe is a game-changer, delivering a crispy, golden exterior and a tender, flaky inside that will delight your customers. Pair your Breaded Alaskan Cod with fresh lemon wedges, a crisp green salad, and homemade tartar sauce or garlic aioli.

This dish is perfect for food distributors, healthcare facilities, and restaurants looking to enhance their menus with a crowd-pleasing seafood option. Elevate your offerings with this irresistible dish that promises to captivate diners and keep them coming back for more.

Source: The Recipe Critic. Get the recipe here.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Southstream’s frozen Alaskan cod fillets
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Olive oil spray (if needed)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Cod: Start by salting and peppering the cod fillets to taste.
  2. Set Up Breading Stations: Create a breading station with three bowls.
    • Bowl 1: Add flour.
    • Bowl 2: Whisk together eggs and salt.
    • Bowl 3: Combine Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Old Bay seasoning, and garlic powder.
  3. Bread the Cod:
    • First: Dip the cod in the flour, coating it lightly.
    • Second: Dip the flour-coated cod into the egg mixture.
    • Third: Coat the cod with the Panko mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
  4. Air Fry the Cod:
    • Spray the bottom of your air fryer basket with olive oil.
    • Place the breaded cod fillets in the basket.
    • Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes.
    • Carefully flip the fish and continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

Choose Southstream Seafoods

At Southstream, we are committed to delivering high-quality, sustainably sourced seafood to meet the nutritional needs of hospitals, retirement homes, and other institutions. Our brands, including Frostmark™, Thorfish, and I&J, stand for quality and sustainability. Explore our range of products on our website or contact us at sales@southstream.com for more information.

This recipe is from The Recipe Critic: Incredible Crispy Parmesan Air Fryer Cod

Crunchy Air Fryer Fish Sticks: The Ultimate Addition To Your Menu

Crunchy Air Fryer Fish Sticks: The Ultimate Addition To Your Menu

BySouthstream Seafood
Source: DishonFish. Get the recipe here.

Southstream Seafoods Frostmark Atlantic Cod is one of the most popular and recognized fish in the Western world, known for its white, moist meat, large flake, and mild flavor. This versatile fish is low in fat and high in protein, making it an ideal choice for various cooking methods such as baking, pan frying, deep frying, poaching, or broiling. Popular applications include fish and chips, casseroles, and chowders, highlighting its adaptability in different cuisines.

Are you looking for a delicious and healthy option to add to your menu? This crunchy air fryer fish sticks recipe, made with our premium Frostmark Atlantic Cod, is the perfect choice. Fish sticks are a classic dish that is quick to prepare and always delicious. This versatile dish is ideal for food distributors, restaurants, and healthcare industries, offering a nutritious and convenient meal option that is sure to please your customers.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Southstream’s Frostmark Atlantic Cod, cut into 1-inch strips
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup plain kefir
  • ½ cup whole wheat flour (or yellow cornmeal to make gluten-free)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • Lemon slices, for garnish
  • Tartar or other fish stick dipping sauce, if desired

Instructions:

  1. Marinate the Fish: In a shallow dish, whisk together the egg and kefir. Add the fish strips and let them marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Preheat the Air Fryer: While the fish is marinating, spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray and preheat it for about 4 minutes at 400°F.
  3. Prepare the Coating: In another shallow bowl or pan, mix the flour or cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and pepper.
  4. Coat the Fish: Using a fork, lift a piece of fish out of the marinade and press it into the flour or cornmeal mixture until well-coated. Repeat with each piece of fish.
  5. Air Fry the Fish: Place the coated fish strips in the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer (do not overlap; cook in batches if necessary). Lightly spray the coated fish with cooking spray until the coating is moist.
  6. Cook the Fish: Return the basket to the air fryer and cook the fish for 5 minutes. Open the basket, flip the fish pieces, and spray with cooking spray. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until cooked through and crispy.
  7. Serve: Serve the fish sticks with lemon slices and your favorite dipping sauce.
Source: DishonFish. Get the recipe here.

Choose Southstream Seafoods

At Southstream, we are committed to delivering high-quality, sustainably sourced seafood to meet the nutritional needs of hospitals, retirement homes, and other institutions. Our brands, including Frostmark™, Thorfish, and I&J, stand for quality and sustainability. Explore our range of products on our website or contact us at sales@southstream.com for more information.

This recipe is from Dish on Fish: Air Fryer Fish Sticks.

Easy Summer Recipe | Blackened Catfish with Vibrant Mango Avocado Salsa

Easy Summer Recipe | Blackened Catfish with Vibrant Mango Avocado Salsa

BySouthstream Seafood
Source: Taste of Home. Get the recipe here.

Summer is here, and it’s time to bring some fresh, vibrant flavors to your menu. Southstream Seafood’s catfish fillets are the perfect base for a dish that’s sure to impress your customers: Blackened Catfish with Mango Avocado Salsa. This vibrant fish pairs wonderfully with a side of rice or a fresh green salad. This recipe combines the bold, smoky flavors of blackened seasoning with the refreshing, tropical taste of mango and avocado salsa. It’s a match made in culinary heaven.

At Southstream Seafood, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality, sustainably sourced fish. Our catfish fillets are no exception. They’re tender, flavorful, and perfect for a variety of recipes, including this blackened catfish dish. By using Southstream’s catfish, you’re not only serving a delicious meal but also supporting sustainable fishing practices.

Ingredients

For the Blackened Catfish:
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2-1/4 teaspoons pepper, divided
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 4 Southstream’s catfish fillets (6 ounces each)
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
For the Mango Avocado Salsa:
  • 1 medium mango, peeled and cubed
  • 1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

Instructions

Preparing the Catfish:
  1. Combine the oregano, cumin, paprika, pepper, and salt in a small bowl.
  2. Rub this mixture evenly over the catfish fillets.
  3. Refrigerate the seasoned fillets for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Preparing the Mango Avocado Salsa:
  1. While the catfish is marinating, mix the mango, avocado, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and the remaining salt and pepper in a small bowl.
  2. Chill the salsa in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.
Cooking the Catfish:
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the marinated catfish fillets to the skillet and cook until the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 5-7 minutes on each side.
  3. Serve the hot catfish fillets topped with the chilled mango avocado salsa.

Choose Southstream Seafoods

At Southstream, we are committed to delivering high-quality, sustainably sourced seafood to meet the nutritional needs of hospitals, retirement homes, and other institutions. Our brands, including Frostmark™, Thorfish, and I&J, stand for quality and sustainability. Explore our range of products on our website or contact us at sales@southstream.com for more information.

This recipe is from Taste of Home: Blackened Catfish with Mango Avocado Salsa.