The history of seafood cuisine goes back to the stone age when men searched oceans and rivers for food. And till the present times, seafood is largely consumed by people across the world. It doesn’t come with a surprise as our earth is filled with 75% of water which is packed with tasty seafood. And of course, nothing comes close to the rich, unique flavor of the seafood we eat, there’s no competition to it. There are so many seafood dishes that people love to eat and consider their meals incomplete without them. From Chile to Japan, and to the US, seafood is inarguably a highly valued ingredient in cuisines worldwide.
In the US, seafood is largely consumed by the people and becoming more popular with every passing day. It’s become a major ingredient in every part of the country. Whether it’s the infamous crab boil or the shrimp toast, Americans love to eat seafood in different forms.
In this blog, we’ll discuss the most popular seafood in the US and what makes them so high in demand? We’re sure that by the end of this blog, you’ll be inspired to visit your favorite seafood restaurant. So without further ado, let’s begin.
- Shrimp
When it comes to the most popular seafood in the US, shrimp makes it to the top of the list. There are so many reasons that shrimp are widely liked. Known for its unique and mild taste, and meaty texture, people love to eat shrimp dishes in the US. And these incredibly delicious and low-cost crustaceans come in small to big sizes.
We agree that some dishes are regionally popular in the US, but shrimp is a favorite from coast to coast. Cooked in so many forms – steamed, boiled, grilled, fried, baked – it’s always a treat to have shrimp in meals. They’re served in a variety of forms, including soups, stew, gravy, salads, or by themselves. In addition, shrimps are the major source of protein, calcium, iodine, and omega-3 fatty acids and offer a wide range of health benefits as well. So, try some easy recipes of garlic butter shrimp, grilled shrimp or shrimp toast. We’re sure your meal will become more delicious.
- Tuna
Tuna takes the second most popular seafood in the US. Canned Tuna is considered a staple and found in every household in the USA. It’s used to make tuna fish salad and tuna casserole. Due to its soft texture and rich flavor, it’s a popular choice for sushi. It’s a very common ingredient for sandwiches and burgers, and you can easily get tuna salad or tuna sandwiches in every food chain in the country. Or you can totally enjoy tuna by itself too.
According to the research, Americans consume 701 million pounds of tuna every year. And of course, it’s packed with nutritional value and health benefits as well. Tuna is packed with proteins, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, and selenium.
Note that tuna contains a higher amount of mercury as compared to other seafood. Speaking of which, pregnant women and children shouldn’t eat it more than 12 ounces a week. To be on the safer side, it’s recommended to pick the tuna that are light, yellow back, or skipjack.
- Salmon
Salmon has the same texture as tuna but is richer in flavor and a little fattier in appearance. According to a recent survey, we consume about 918 million every year, including all the farmed and caught in the wild salmon. Apart from its incredible flavor, it’s rich in many nutrients, such as omega-3 fatty acids, proteins, and vitamin D. Want to know the fun fact? Fresh salmon is as popular as smoked salmon.
There are so many ways you can enjoy salmon, smoked, baked, grilled, or raw in sushi. Speaking of the smoked salmon, it is mostly served or bagel along with cream cheese and on charcuterie plates. If you’re trying the different dishes of Salmon these days, you can try salmon raw in sushi, maki rolls, or eat it baked or deep-fried.
Alaskan Pollock
Starting with the fact that Alaska pollock and hake are members of distinct families within the same fish order (Gadiformes), let’s move on. The cod genus, which also contains cod, haddock, saithe, blue whiting, and other fish, includes the Alaska pollock (Gadus (Theragara) chalcogramma). The Merlucciidae family includes hake. Hakes come in a variety of species around the globe. We will focus mostly on the Pacific hake, sometimes known as Pacific Whiting, in this post (Merluccius productus). There are further members of this fish family available at Ukrainian grocery stores.
Let’s talk about the fourth most popular seafood in the US – Alaskan Pollock. When it comes to the most delicious marine edible, Alaskan Pollock makes it top of the list. Alaskan Pollock is found in Alaska and people love to eat this fish. There are so many reasons it is one of the most consumed seafood in the US. Also, it is recommended for people on diet. It is cooked in so many ways and commonly served with rice or vegetables.
- Crabs
When it comes to Shellfish, crabs are the most popular in the USA. People love to eat crabs in different forms due to their subtly sweet taste and tender texture. Crab meat tastes so good on its own, dipped in butter or as an ingredient in crab cakes, salad, or crab stuffing. Apart from their excellent taste, crabs are a great source of riboflavin, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, Vitamin C, and Vitamin B3. Note that in the region of Northern England, snow crabs and king crabs are favored over blue crabs or Dungeness.
That was all from our side, we hope you gained interesting insights on the popular seafood in the US.
Ready to savor the rich flavors of American Seafood? Try some easy to cook recipes of the seafood boil, shrimp toast, and tuna sandwich. We’re sure you’d love them. If you live in the US, you can also visit Red Crab Greensboro to enjoy our infamous seafood boil!
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