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Jack Crevalle
Alternative Names: Common Jack, Black tailed Trevally
Monterey Bay Recommendation: No recommendation. There is a substantial commercially fishery and these fish are suspected to be among the most abundant on earth.
Uses in Cooking: Grilled, blackened, fried, broiled.
Similar Fish: Sturgeon has a similar texture, but this fish is unique and there are no good substitutes
Description: This fish is more like beef than fish and should be cooked medium rare to medium. It has a bloodline that should be removed before cooking.
Fun Facts: This aggressive feeder is known for destroying fishing tackle with its powerful fight and is hated by many fisherman seeking more highly regarded fish. This fish is extremely underrated and rarely eaten by Americans.