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Halibut,Atlantic,Pacific,facts

Halibut (Atlantic and Pacific) cooked

  • Halibut is a species of flatfish and the Atlantic halibut is the largest flatfish in the world.
  • Atlantic halibut resides between Europe and North America, while Pacific halibut resides between Asia and North America.
  • Halibut is an excellent source of selenium, niacin, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin B12, and vitamin B6.
  • Halibut is high in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, copper, potassium, and manganese.
  • Some concerns of consuming halibut are its mercury, purine, and sodium levels.
  • Once thawed, halibut should be consumed within two days and should not be refrozen.