Gemfish Rexea solandri

Gemfish are found around New Zealand, with the majority of fishing effort concentrated in the North Island. Closely related to barracouta, this predatory mid-water fish is long and slender, with silver smooth skin and large sharp teeth.

Gemfish have a delicate texture and medium to high fat content. A very versatile fish that can be poached, smoked, baked, barbequed, marinated or fried.

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Nutritional Information
PER 100G
Energy KJ/100G 840
PROTEIN (G) 23
TOTAL FAT (G) 12
SATURATED FAT (G) 4
CARBOHYDRATE (G) 0.3
SUGARS (G) 0.3
SODIUM MG/100G 75

  • WHERE WE CATCH

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  • AVAILABILITY

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Also known as

NZ: Silver Kingfish, Southern Kingfish
CIS: Reksiya
JP: Kagokamasu, Ginsawara, Shirosawara
KR: Un Sam Chi


Nutritional Information
PER 100G
Energy KJ/100G 840
PROTEIN (G) 23
TOTAL FAT (G) 12
SATURATED FAT (G) 4
CARBOHYDRATE (G) 0.3
SUGARS (G) 0.3
SODIUM MG/100G 75

Recipes

From the sea to your plate, we’re always looking for new ways to make the most of our beautiful New Zealand seafood. Check out some mouth-watering recipes from Sanford and Sons and try something new tonight!