Costco's Fresh Red Drum Fillet is a premium farm-raised seafood option, priced per pound. Red drum, also known as Redfish or Spottail Sea Bass, is raised on the Texas Gulf Coast in carefully monitored aquaculture farms where the fish are fed a specially formulated diet rich in proteins, vitamins, and minerals.

The fillets feature firm, near-white flesh with a mild, sweet flavor that is clean and unadulterated. The lean, moist meat has a fine, tender texture that holds up well to a wide variety of cooking methods, making it one of the more versatile whitefish options available at the seafood counter.

Red drum fillets excel when grilled, blackened in the Cajun style, baked, sautéed, broiled, steamed, or poached. The skin is often retained on one side to protect the delicate flesh during high-heat cooking and to enhance overall flavor. The fish pairs well with bold seasonings and is a classic choice for dishes like blackened redfish, fish tacos, and lemon-herb preparations.

As a lean fish, red drum is a nutritious seafood choice that is low in fat and a good source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin B12, potassium, and iron. It is suitable for a wide range of dietary preferences including low-carb and ketogenic diets.