Wild Seafood & Nutrition Blog

Meet the Catch

Get to know the wild seafood we offer, including flavor, texture, seasonality, sourcing and what makes each species unique.

wild smoked salmon on platter with lemon and fresh herbs

Meet the Catch: Wild Smoked Sockeye Salmon

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Learn what makes our new wild smoked sockeye so special, from its rich flavor and beautiful deep red color to the traditional alderwood smoking process....

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fishermen pulling up a wild pacific cod on a boat in the ocean

Meet the Catch: Wild Alaska Cod

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

If you’re looking for a high-protein seafood option that’s clean, versatile, and easy to cook, wild Alaska cod is one of the best choices you...

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A close-up of cooked Dungeness crab clusters and legs

Whole Dungeness Crab vs. Snap-N-Eats: What’s the Difference?

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Whole Dungeness crab offers a traditional feast experience, but much of the weight is shell. Our Snap-N-Eats focus on the premium leg and shoulder meat,...

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albacore tuna in bin being unloaded off fishing boat in astoria OR

Meet the Catch: Canned Albacore Tuna

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Meet our Wild Albacore Tuna: line-caught off the Pacific Northwest coast and packed by hand for unmatched flavor and quality.

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wild oregon shrimp in bowl

Meet the Catch: Wild Oregon Pink Shrimp

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Get to know our Wild Oregon Pink Shrimp. Harvested off the Pacific Northwest coast, these tiny, sustainable shrimp are big on flavor and nutrition. Learn...

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alaska weathervane scallop shell

Meet the Catch: Alaska Weathervane Scallops

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Dry-packed, sustainably harvested and flash-frozen for freshness. What sets Alaska weathervane scallops apart from the wet-packed ones, and how to sear them properly.

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ground coho salmon meat in bowl

Meet the Catch: Wild Alaska Salmon Meat

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Ground wild coho from Alaska — what it is, how it differs from a fillet, and the burgers, bowls and patties it was made for.

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wild gulf shrimp on a board

Meet the Catch: Wild Gulf Shrimp

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Wild shrimp from the warm waters of the U.S. Gulf Coast, caught and flash-frozen without sulfites. Where they come from, and how they compare with...

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fishermen holding a halibut in alaska

Meet the Catch: Wild Pacific Halibut

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Meet one of the most versatile wild fish from our coastlines — Wild Pacific Halibut. Sustainably caught in Alaska and the Pacific Northwest, it’s lean,...

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A hand holding a whole head-on spot prawn above the water

Meet the Catch: Wild Alaska Spot Prawns

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Known as the “lobster of Alaska,” these sweet, buttery wild spot prawns are sustainably harvested, flash-frozen for peak freshness, and delivered straight to your door....

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cans of premier catch albacore with one can of tuna displayed in a dish

Why Our Wild Canned Albacore Tuna Is a Clean, Safe Choice for You and Your Family

Joci Besecker
By Joci Besecker

Not all canned tuna is created equal. At Premier Catch, our wild albacore is troll-caught in the Pacific Northwest, hand-packed with just sea salt, and...

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What Does Snow Crab Taste Like?

What Does Snow Crab Taste Like?

By Declan Chapin

Snow crab is known for its sweet, delicate flavor and tender-yet-firm texture. How it compares with king crab, and the simplest ways to serve it.

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A close-up of a raw salmon fillet with a lemon wedge

King Salmon vs. Atlantic Salmon: Understanding the Differences

By Declan Chapin

The key differences between King Salmon and Atlantic Salmon — habitats, physical characteristics, culinary qualities and nutritional profiles. You'll also understand how the two compare...

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king salmon

What’s So Special About King Salmon?

By Declan Chapin

King salmon carries more fat, and more omega-3s, than any other Pacific salmon. Where it runs, why it matters to the ecosystem, and what that...

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Differences between Dungeness crab and King crab

Dungeness Crab vs. King Crab: Complete Comparison and Culinary Guide

By Declan Chapin

Dungeness and king crab differ in size, sweetness, texture and price. How the two compare, and which one suits the dish you have in mind.

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shredded snow crab meat

Exploring Snow Crab: From Ocean Depths to Delicious Dishes

By Declan Chapin

Sweet, tender and easier to work with than its shell suggests. Meet snow crab: the waters it comes from, how it reaches the dock, and...

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Dungeness crab vs Blue crab

Coast to Coast Crab Battle: Dungeness Crab vs. Blue Crab

By Declan Chapin

West coast meets east coast: how Dungeness and blue crab differ in size, sweetness, harvest waters and season, and which dishes each one suits best.

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A salmon leaping up a waterfall

Salmon: Small Fish with a Big Role in the Ecosystem

By Declan Chapin

One fish, an entire food web. From spawning gravel to grizzlies and orcas, here is how salmon hold Pacific Northwest ecosystems together, and why the...

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A whole Dungeness crab resting on wet kelp

Dungeness Crab: Flavor, Size, Cooking, and More

By YMP Team

What sets Dungeness apart from king and blue crab, where along the West Coast it is caught, how it is sold, and the simplest ways...

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Dungeness crabs

10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know about Dungy

By Declan Chapin

The fishing village that gave Dungy its name, the three rules that limit the harvest, and the protein and omega-3 numbers behind that sweet, delicate...

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A raw salmon portion on a white tray with lemon and parsley

Why are Salmon Different Colors?

Ashley Besecker
By Ashley Besecker

Sockeye is deep red, other species are lighter, and farmed fillets get their color another way entirely. It comes down to what the fish actually...

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Three raw salmon portions on green leaves

Wild Salmon Types

Ashley Besecker
By Ashley Besecker

Wild salmon come in several species, each with its own flavor, texture, fat content and characteristics. Learn what sets the different species apart and why...

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