Sea bream (Sparus aurata), a common fish in shallow waters of sandy or rocky bottoms in warmer waters, such as the Mediterranean Sea or the Mar Menor.
It is in October when the meat of wild gilthead bream is tastier and slightly fattier, a delicacy that is far superior to farmed fish.
It is a fish of the sparidae family, with a tall, compressed body, silver-grey in colour, well proportioned but more sparse on the back. It has a golden spot between the eyes and a black spot on each operculum. Its lips are thick and fleshy. The sea bream, which can grow up to 70 centimetres, has firm flesh and a very special flavour given its marine habitat.
Sea bream is a semi-fatty fish, ideal for balanced and healthy diets, rich in omega 3 fatty acids. A very easy-to-digest fish, mainly recommended for people with cardiovascular and digestive diseases.
The most traditional way of cooking sea bream is ‘a la sal’. The sea bream is placed on a bed of coarse salt and covered with a large layer of coarse salt. It is grilled and to serve it, the ritual of lifting the quilt of salt is followed, to which the skin will remain adhered and the loins will appear clean and ready to eat. It can also be grilled or roasted in the oven with olive oil and salt.
Commercial name: Gilthead seabream
Scientific name: Sparus aurata
FAO 3-alpha code: SBG
Catch area: FAO-34 – Atlantic, Eastern Central
Subarea: Main subareas of origin at the port of Vigo: 34.1.1 (Moroccan Coastal / Sahara). The exact subarea will be specified on the product label at the time of delivery.
Production method: Wild caught
Fishing gear or production system: Hooks and lines
Physical state: Fresh (not frozen)
Commercial presentation: Customer's choice
Net quantity: Will be specified at the time of delivery
Allergens: Contains: fish. May contain traces of: not applicable.
Storage conditions: Keep refrigerated between 0 °C and 4 °C. Consume as soon as possible, preferably within 24–48 hours from purchase.
Information on dates and batch: Expiration date and batch number: indicated on the product label at the time of delivery.
