Product Profile
Caught in the icy cold Benguela current off the coast of Southwestern Africa, Cape Hake (Capensis) has become a popular diamond in the rough for restaurants and fish camps across the world. Compare Cape Hake (Capensis) with species like Cod, Haddock, Flounder,
and Sole. Cape Hake (Capensis) holds an exquisite quality while giving tremendous value. The nutrient-rich unpolluted water of the Benguela current sweeps up the western coast of Africa from the Antarctic. This frigid water is important to this fish’s firm texture
giving Cape Hake (Capensis) a beautiful Flake.
Cape Hake (Capensis), also known as “Merluza” in Europe, is a mild white fish with a flaky firm flesh. Cape Hake (Capensis) is well known world-wide for its premium quality and has been long sought after in Europe for its large succulent flake, fresh ocean forward flavor and slight sweet finish.
Merluccius (Hake) Profile
Hake is mild tasting, even a bit sweet. The texture varies from species to species. The best species are Cape Hake (Capensis) and Chilean Hake. Cape Hake (Capensis) has a similar texture to Flounder and Sole, where Chilean Hake’s texture resembles Chilean Seabass. These two Hake species tend to be Frozen at Sea products, this preserves their quality.
Raw flesh is lean and ranges from white to off-white. Sea Frozen being on the white side of the spectrum where Land Frozen becomes more off white.
Sea Frozen “Healthy” Processing
Cape Hake (Capensis) is processed at Sea on Sea freezing trawlers within two hours of being caught, this locks in the fresh ocean flavor. As soon as Cape Hake (Capensis) is caught the fish is skinned and the bones are removed, then each fillet flash frozen in a shatter-pack case. The Sea Frozen process was created to give the highest quality to each fillet that goes through
this thorough process. Cape Hake (Capensis) is completely free from Chemicals and Preservatives. Cape Hake (Capensis) has a 24-month shelf life, guaranteed by maintaining the correct cold chain procedure.
- Helps fight inflammation. White
fish is a great source of vitamin
B6, which helps fight
inflammation in the body. - Supports the immune system.
- Helps to keep your bones strong.
- Supports nervous system and blood
cells health. - Low in LDL Cholesterol.
- Low-fat source of protein.
- Good source of Omega 3
Cape Hake (Capensis) The HEALTHY choice
Cape Hake (Capensis) is extremely versatile. It can be used similarly to COD, Flounder or Sole. Cape Hake (Capensis) can be battered, breaded, sauteed, steamed, grilled, and poached.
Cape Hake (Capensis) marries well with simple to complex sauces (Tartar sauce, Beurre Blanc, Cocktail, curries…). Cape Hake (Capensis) even plays superbly with shellfish like shrimp and mussels.
Lighten up the menu with fresh Greek salad or make a healthy play on a classic recipe with an Avocado Tartar sauce. Cape Hake (Capensis) is a healthy choice that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice flavor or creativity.
Nutritional Information
Energy: 90 cal
Total Fat: 1.3 g
Saturated: 0.2 g
Carbohydrates: 0.2
Sodium: 72 mg
Protein: 18.3
Cholesterol: 67 mg
Omega 3: 08
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