We know that healthy cooking and eating are topics of keen interest for so many Marley Spooners and as well as making for a broader variety of delicious flavours for you to cook with at home, fish offers a healthy protein choice and is one of the best sources of Omega 3 fats you can find.
Every week, we have a minimum of two recipes on offer featuring one of our fish options. When it comes to sourcing the most flavoursome, high-quality ingredients for our recipes, we work closely with trusted suppliers to pack your boxes with only the best. Read on to learn more about these supplier partners and their fantastic ingredients.
Barramundi
Supplied by Global Seafoods – a third generation, Western Australian, family-owned company – Marley Spoon recipes feature Clean Harvest Barramundi. Vacuum packaged at peak freshness, Clean Harvest is a sustainably and responsibly farmed barramundi, raised in the pristine ocean waters of Van Phong Bay in Vietnam. The fish is instantly snap-frozen upon harvest to ensure it arrives to you at its highest quality and freshness.
Based on a sustainable model of aquaculture, Clean Harvest Barramundi uses state of the art aquaculture and traditional harvesting processes, allowing for eco-friendly production of fish of the highest quality. Passionate about quality and sustainability, the brand carries a number of certifications including from Best Aquaculture Practice (BAP) and Ocean Wise Seafood, its farms have also been accredited by the Aquaculture Stewardship Council, the only farmed barramundi to have received this recognition of their sustainable practices.
Clean Harvest Barramundi has an exceptional flavour and texture, with a notably higher Omega 3 content than other barramundi and a signature sweetness to its firm flesh that makes it ideally suited to grilling, baking and pan-frying.
You’ll find barramundi on our menu in recipes such as Low-Cal Pan-Seared Barramundi with Lemon, Broccoli & Burghul, or Barramundi and Smoky Chickpeas with Spinach and Cumin.
Basa
Basa is a versatile white fish that is often used as an alternative to cod or haddock. It has a light texture with a moist flesh and mild fish flavour that makes it extremely versatile to cook with. Basa is low in calories, a good source of protein and is naturally low in fat and as a result, it often features in our Nutritious or Low-Calorie recipes.
Sourced from leading seafood suppliers De Costi, our basa fillets are sustainably farmed in Vietnam. You’ll find basa on our menu in a range of recipes styles, like Basa Laksa with Coconut, Bamboo Shoots and Lime, plus Fish Stir-Fry with Sesame Rice & Thai Basil.
Salmon fillets and smoked salmon
When you see salmon fillets or smoked salmon in our recipes, these are sourced from the renowned, Tasmania-based Tassal.
Tassal produces responsibly farmed Tasmanian Atlantic salmon grown in the cool, clean waters of Tasmania. Dedicated to farming responsibly raised fish, they have global third-party certifications including from the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) and Best Aquaculture Practice (BAP) to ensure sustainability and quality is maintained across their practices. All Tassal salmon products are independently assessed by these accreditors to ensure that Tassal salmon is raised sustainably and is socially responsible.
Tasmanian Atlantic salmon is a great source of Omega 3 fats; it contributes to heart health and is packed with beneficial nutrients, vitamins and minerals to support a healthy diet. Salmon is also a good source of protein, a nutrient our body needs for growth and development. A 100-gram portion of salmon provides roughly 42% of the recommended dietary intake (RDI) of protein for an Australian adult.
Versatile, delicious and so easy to cook, Tassal salmon fillets take to a range of different preparations, be it baking, grilling, pan-frying or steaming. It features in Marley Spoon recipes like Baked Salmon Niçoise with Grain Mustard Vinaigrette, and Turmeric-Coconut Salmon with Spiced Hash and Pickled Cucumber.
Tender yet rich, Tassal smoked salmon is smoked gently to create a well-balanced flavour that’s ideal for enjoying in thin, delicate slices. We feature it frequently in salads, pastas and grain bowls for quick dinner prep that delivers on maximum taste. Think 15-Minute Smoked Salmon Salad with Eggplant, Croutons & Basil Pesto, or Reduced-Carb Smoked Salmon with Fennel & Dill Salad.
Prawns
Because we know you love prawns as much as we do, we’re happy that they’re healthy as well as super-tasty! High in protein and Omega-3 fatty acids, they’re low in calories and incredibly low in fat. They’re also a good source of B-group vitamins, which help support muscle development and replenish red blood cells, as well as selenium (vital for healthy cells) and zinc (which supports the immune system).
Our prawns are sourced by KB Food Company in Western Australia from Vietnam using exacting quality standards, including Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP). This seafood-specific certification programme ensures that all social responsibility issues, plus those around food safety, animal health, welfare and the environment, are carefully addressed at every step of the way. KB Food Company is Australian operated and maintains a commitment to promoting sustainable, environmentally friendly practices. Operating to the highest standard and compliance with the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and with state-of-the-art production facilities, they comply with numerous certifications including from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), which aims to end overfishing and restore fishery stocks for future generations, and the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO), a not-for-profit that seeks to reduce the harmful impacts of packaging on the Australian environment.
Our sweet, lean and versatile peeled prawns are perfect for a whole range of recipes, including many of our healthy ones. They’re quick-cooking, with techniques like pan-frying, stir-frying, steaming, grilling and fast-baking among the best. Look for prawns in exciting dishes such as Lemongrass Garlic Prawn Stir-Fry with Jasmine Rice and Satay Sauce; Chargrilled Prawns with Sichuan Salt and Wasabi Mayo; Low-Carb Ginger Prawns with Asian Slaw and Spicy Lime Mayo; and Basil Pesto Zoodles with Prawns.
