The Winter Skate Market
Winter Skate is a cartilaginous fish (Leucoraja ocellata) that is primarily harvested for its wings, but also prepared as fillets. Skate is popular within European and Asian markets, and is gaining exposure within culinary circles in the United States.
Zeus Packing is a primary processor of skate, buying catches direct from local day boats. Product is graded, processed and packed in our HACCP approved waterfront facility, ensuring the highest levels of quality and freshness.
Appearance: White when cooked
Flavor: Mild
Texture: Tender and delicate
Winter Skate Product Specifications
Fresh and Frozen Product is available year-round. Fresh shipments are packed with ice in styrofoam containers. Frozen products are individually poly-wrapped (IWP) in 5, 10 kg and 10 lb boxes. Custom packs are also available.
- Skate Wings (skinless)
- 200-450 gr
- 450-900 gr
- 900 + gr
- Skate Wings (skin-on)
- 500 – 1500 gr
- Skate Fillets (skinless)
- 100-200 gr
- 200-400 gr