Groper, Skin Off Bone Out Fillets

This fleshy white fish lends itself to many fish recipes. If you like groper, you'll find plenty of inspiration on our recipes page.

Groper typically have a stout body and large mouth with a protruding jaw. They can be quite large, reaching lengths of 150cm, and weighing up to 20kg.

More commonly known as Hapuku here in New Zealand, they belong to the temperate Bass family. Groper, or Hapuku are mainly caught near rocky areas in depths of up to 250 metres.

Availability: Available year round.

Shelf life: Best consumed on arrival or within 3 days from receiving product.

Fish for your health: White fleshed fish such as Groper is traditionally high in protein and low in fat. However, all fish provide an excellent source of Omega 3, an essential fatty acid which helps in lowering blood cholesterol and maintaining a healthy circulatory system.

Suggested wines: An extremely food-friendly dry Riesling is a good match.
If smoked, try a buttery, oakey Chardonnay. It will mirror the richness of the smoked fish and lend a slightly smoky taste. If you prefer red wine, a Pinot Noir makes a good choice, providing a combination of fruit and light spice, but also the velvety mouthfeel to handle a rich smoked fish.

Groper Recipes:
Fresh Seafood Paella
Groper Fillet with Preserved Lemon and Salsa Verde
Pan fried Groper on roasted winter vegetables and parsley sauce