Sockeye Salmon

Wild Sockeye Salmon is prized for its deep, ruby-red flesh, rich fat content, and robust flavor that holds up in a variety of preparations. Wild-caught in Alaska and environs (including Bristol Bay, the Gulf of Alaska, SE Alaska, and British Columbia) and available fresh in season and frozen year-round.

Scientific Name
Oncorhynchus nerka
regional nicknames
Red Salmon, Sockeye

Product Details

product format

Frozen or fresh

cut

H&G: 2-4 lb, 4-6 LB (toted)
Fillets
Portions

country of origin

USA, Canada

catch method

Wild-Caught using gillnets, seine nets

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Species highlights

Wild-Caught

100% wild, never farmed, from pristine North Pacific waters known for producing premium-quality salmon.

Distinct Flavor & Color

Bold, savory taste with naturally high oil content; firm texture and deep red-orange flesh that retains its vibrant hue even after cooking.

Nutrient-Dense

Naturally rich in omega-3s, protein, and vitamin D for a clean, health-forward protein option.

Culinary Versatility

Exceptional smoked, grilled, roasted.

Responsible Sourcing

MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) Certified
RFM (Responsible Fisheries Management) certified in Alaska
Seasonality and quota regulation to maintain wild population health

Traceability

Fully traceable and processed by reputable suppliers

Delicious Details

Learn what makes this species a mouth-watering seafood staple.

Ideal Cooking Techniques

Grilling

Roasting

Baking

Smoking

Sautéing

Pan-searing

Broiled

Flavor Notes

Rich, savory, slightly briny with clean ocean finish

Texture

Firm and robust; high oil means moistness, good mouthfeel, less prone to drying out.

Culinary uses
across cuisines

Restaurant-Style Pan Seared Salmon

Cuisine Type
American
Source
Once Upon a Chef

Restaurant-style pan-seared salmon with a crisp, golden exterior and tender center, simply seasoned and cooked in olive oil.

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Baked Salmon

Cuisine Type
American
Source
Well Plated

A simple, healthy oven-baked salmon in foil with garlic, lemon, herbs, and olive oil that turns out tender and flaky every time.

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Baked Salmon with Honey Mustard and Pecan-Panko Crust

Cuisine Type
American
Source
Once Upon a Chef

A quick and flavorful American baked salmon with a sweet honey-mustard glaze and crunchy pecan-panko crust.

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