Chilean Jack Mackerel

Commercial name: Chilean Jack Mackerel

Scientific name: Trachurus murphyi

Origin: Chile

Fishing area: Southeastern Pacific, off the coast of Chile, with fishing activity in the northern and central-southern zones

Product description

Chilean jack mackerel is a wild-caught fish that inhabits open waters and forms schools. Its firm flesh and distinctive flavour make it suitable for a variety of culinary preparations, both for everyday cooking and food-service applications.

Characteristics and properties

It provides high-quality protein and omega-3 fatty acids, including EPA and DHA. Its nutritional composition and fat content vary according to the fishing season, the size of the fish and product processing.

Its fillets range from pinkish to beige tones and have a darker muscle band, characteristic of this type of fish. The texture of its flesh is suitable for oven-baked, pan-seared, grilled and stewed preparations.

Commercial presentation

Jack mackerel fillets with or without skin, fresh chilled or frozen, subject to availability. Size, degree of deboning, packaging and preservation format are agreed according to the buyer’s requirements.

The product must be maintained under the appropriate preservation and cold-chain conditions for its presentation during storage and transport.