​Some of our members will enjoy lingcod reeled in by F/V Aimee June off of Eureka. As you can see in this photo, many lingcod have a brilliant turquoise color, so do not be alarmed. It actually goes away when you cook it, and it turns into a very tasty and versatile white fish.

Lingcod are caught by bottom trawl, Scottish seines, long lines, and by hook and line. Lingcod are famous for following hooked fish to the surface, and will often bite a fish as the angler reels it, spitting it out moments before capture. This phenomenon is called “hitch-hiking” by local fishermen. If you ever want to see a deckhand move real fast scream “hitchhiker!” next time you're on a party boat, and see what happens.

Check out the Fishwife's lingcod recipes for inspiration, and be sure to send us photos of your own culinary concoctions - you could win a Sea Forager apron! For more detailed information about lingcod, how the stocks are doing, how they are caught, and other fun facts, check out the lingcod info page and impress your friends!

ORIGIN: Reeled in aboard the F/V Aimee Juneoff of Eureka

METHOD: Hook and line

INFO PAGE: Click for more fishery info!

RECIPES: Easy teriyaki lingcod, coconut panko lingcod, mandarin lingcod, tahini baked lingcod, lingcod tapenade packages, lingcod fish tacos

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