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Premium ICelandic Arctic Char FILLETS
Product Features
- 5oz Individually Vacuum Sealed Fillets: Each fillet is vacuum sealed to lock in freshness and flavor.
- Flash Frozen for Freshness: Our char is flash frozen immediately after processing to maintain peak quality.
- No Antibiotics or GMOs: Enjoy natural, pure char with no added antibiotics or genetically modified organisms.
- 100% Money-back Guarantee: We stand by our product with a full satisfaction guarantee.
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Char
Batch nr: FSKE156
Product of Iceland
Land Raised
Sustainability Certified
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1. Staður Fish Farm
2. Samherji Custom Processing
3. Port of Reykjavik - Loading & shipping
4. Port of Portland - Inspection and Entry
5. Chicago Area Storage
6. Distribution to Homes Across America
Traceability Journey
1. Staður Fish Farm
In the tranquil region of Staður, Iceland, Staður Fish Farm is a sanctuary where nature's purity meets human ingenuity. Utilizing geothermal waters at a steady 11°C (51.8°F), our Arctic Char thrive in pristine conditions free from pollutants. Powered by renewable energy, the farm maintains a low carbon footprint and raises char without genetic modifications, growth hormones, or antibiotics. Certified by the ASC and IMO for Whole Foods Market, Staður Fish Farm exemplifies sustainable, high-quality aquaculture.
2. Samherji Custom Processing
After their journey at Staður Fish Farm, our Arctic Char are processed at Samherji’s state-of-the-art facility in Sandgerði, Iceland. Transported live under optimal conditions, the char are meticulously processed using advanced technology. The facility, certified by the ASC, produces high-quality fresh and frozen fillets, portions, and whole fish, ensuring rigorous quality control. Every step reflects our commitment to sustainability and excellence, delivering premium products to your table.
3. Loading and Shipping at the Port of Reykjavik
The processed char is then transported to the Port of Reykjavik. Here, final quality checks are performed before loading the char into refrigerated containers provided by our partner, Eimskip. This step ensures the char remains fresh throughout its transatlantic journey.
4. Inspection at the Port of Portland
Upon arrival in the United States, the char is inspected at the Port of Portland. The FDA, USDA, and CBP conduct rigorous inspections to guarantee safety and compliance with quality standards. Maintaining the cold chain is crucial during this stage to preserve the char's freshness.
5. Chicago Area Storage and Distribution
Finally, the char reaches advanced refrigerated warehouses in the Chicago area. This central location facilitates efficient nationwide distribution, ensuring the char is delivered fresh directly to your doorstep. From the pristine waters of Iceland to your dining table, every step of our char's journey is designed to ensure you receive the highest quality product, sustainably sourced and impeccably fresh. We focus on delivering our char directly to consumers, ensuring you enjoy the freshest product possible without intermediaries.
6. Distribution Across America
From the Chicago storage facilities, our char is shipped to homes across the lower 48 states. Packaged in our signature pink branded boxes with insulation and dry ice, we ensure the char remains frozen until it arrives at your doorstep. We partner with trusted logistics providers, primarily using UPS, and provide tracking information so you can follow your shipment every step of the way.
Ways to Cook your Char
- Baking: Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Season and bake for 12-15 minutes.
- Grilling: Preheat to medium-high. Grill 6-8 minutes per side.
- Pan-Searing: Heat oil in a skillet. Cook 4-5 minutes per side.
- Poaching: Simmer water or broth with aromatics. Poach for 10-15 minutes.
- Broiling: Preheat broiler. Broil 8-10 minutes.
- Steaming: Steam for 8-10 minutes.
- Sous Vide: Cook at 125°F (51°C) for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Sear to finish.
ARctic Char Poke
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cup cooked rice (or any other grain of choice such as quinoa or barley)
- 15oz Artic Char from Fish For Skeptics, skin removed and cut into ½ inch cubes
- ¼ cup Soy sauce
- 2 tsp Sesame oil
- 2 tsp Rice Vinegar Knob ginger, grated
- 2 Scallions, finely sliced
- 1 tsp Sesame seeds Edamame, shelled and cooked (can be bought frozen in supermarket)
- ½ Cucumber, diced
- 2 Carrots, cut into matchsticks ½ avocado, sliced
- 2 tbsp Mayo Dash sriracha (or other hot sauce) Sprouts for garnish
- Stir together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, ginger, scallions and sesame seeds. Add the fish and let marinate in the fridge for 15 minutes or up to two hours.
- Follow the cooking instructions on the package for edamame.
- Stir together mayo and hot sauce until smooth
- Place rice in bottom of bowl, divide veggies and marinated fish on top. Drizzle with sriracha mayo and garnish with crunchy sprout
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