Fresh wild yellow perch fillets offer a mild, sweet flavor with tender, flaky white meat that's not overly fishy. These freshwater fillets are typically 6 to 10 inches long and are highly versatile for cooking. Wild yellow perch have moist, translucent, deep-pink flesh when raw that cooks to white meat with a firm but flaky texture. Hailed as the ultimate pan fish, yellow perch rivals walleye as one of the most popular freshwater fish.

Yellow perch can be pan-fried, deep-fried, baked, sautéed, poached, or grilled. The fish pairs well with minimal seasoning due to its mild but distinctive flavor, and works equally well with light treatments like artichoke hearts or cucumber sauce, or heartier preparations like battered and deep-fried. Popular serving options include classic fried perch, fish tacos with mango salsa, or baked with lemon and herbs. To maintain moisture, avoid overcooking and prepare skin-on for most recipes.

Nutrition per 3oz (85g) serving: 77-91 calories, 16-19g protein, less than 1g fat, 0g carbohydrates. Excellent source of Vitamin D (500% daily value), phosphorus, manganese, selenium, and Vitamin B12. Contains omega-3 fatty acids for heart and brain health. Gluten-free and generally low in mercury, making it a safe choice for regular consumption.