Meagre
What is Meagre?
Meagre is farmed in Turkey and France, Meagre is generally available all year round but can be subject to over-harvesting. Meagre is commonly used as a replacement for large Sea Bass as it can be grown to over 4kg in size and is visually and texturally similar.
Argyrosomus regius
Meagre is farmed and so available year-round
Sea Bass or Grey Mullet offer alternatives to Meagre.
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