Greenland Halibut

Names

Scientific name
Reinhardtius hippoglossoides
English name
Greenland Halibut
French name
Flétan noir
Spanish name
Fletán negro
Local name
Hellefisk

Processing

WR (Whole Round)

Catch / Harvest Method

Trawling

Additional information

The Greenland halibut is highly appreciated for its snowy-white meat with a delicate and soft texture. It is easy to cook with, recognised for its delicate flavour, and extremely rich in omega-3 fatty acids, making it a much sought-after delicacy.

The Greenland halibut is a truly versatile fish, where almost everything on the fish can be used. As a result, there are almost zero waste from its production and utilises over 90 % of the fish.

The fish is either sold whole or cut into fillets with or without skin, or into loins and portions. The other products, such as heads, tails and frills, are also cut and sold mainly in Asia, where e.g. the frills are considered to be a delicacy in Japanese sushi. The Greenland halibut is also used for the production of ready meals and smoked and marinated products.