Pollock or pollack[1] (pronounced / ˈpɒlək /) is the common name used for either of the two species of North Atlantic marine fish in the genus Pollachius.
With plenty of protein and over 100 percent of the vitamin B12 you need each day, pollock fish is an omega-3 food worth adding to your diet. You may not recognize the name, but at some point in your life, you’ve probably eaten pollock fish.
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Pollock is one of the most commercially important fish species globally, particularly Alaska Pollock. Its mild flavor, flaky white flesh, and versatility make it a popular choice for a variety of food products.
Like tuna or salmon, pollock is a good source of protein and is low in saturated fat. Pollock is also low in calories and a good source of vitamin B12, phosphorus, and selenium.
The pollock is an elongated fish, deep green with a pale lateral line and a pale belly. It has a small chin barbel and, like the cod, has three dorsal and two anal fins. A carnivorous, lively, usually schooling fish, it grows to about 1.1 m (3.5 feet) in length and 16 kg (35 pounds) in weight.
Atlantic pollock are brownish-green on the back and slightly pale on the belly. They have a small chin barbel, like the whiskers on a catfish. They are a member of the cod family but can be distinguished by their greenish hue and darker flesh. Atlantic pollock grow fast at first until they sexually mature between the ages of 3 and 6.