Bass

Wild bass are found throughout UK waters in warm summer months, but are more common on the southern coasts of England and Ireland. They have beautiful silvery scales and spiny fins, and can grow up to 7kg. During the summer look out for line-caught UK bass when you are at your local fishmonger – you won’t regret it!

The fish has a firm texture and delightful flavour which stands on its own, but also works with stronger flavours, and is particularly popular in Thai cuisine. Whole bass are ideal for simply gutting, scaling, stuffing with herbs and baking or grilling. Skin-on fillets are great for grilling or pan-frying.

Adapted from Love Seafood

Stock Status
The health of bass stocks vary depending where and how it is caught. Check that any whole fish you purchase is not below the minimum conservation size of 42cm.

Nutritional Information
Bass is a fantastic source of Vitamin B6, Potassium and Phosphorus. It is also high in Omega-3, Protein, Thiamin, Niacin, Vitamin B12 and Selenium.

Distribution

Seafood type:

Fish

Best during:

May - September

Available:

April - December

Cooking recommendations:

Roast, grill or pan fry

Nearest Alternatives:

Gilthead Bream Hake Pollack