Experience the delicate, flaky luxury of one of the ocean's finest white fish with our Premium Fresh Whole Hake. Wild-caught in the cold, deep waters of the North Atlantic, Hake is highly celebrated by gourmet chefs for its subtly sweet flavor, tender white meat, and a texture that is firmer and more refined than traditional cod.

Available in premium 2kg, 3kg, and 4kg whole selections to perfectly suit your family gathering or restaurant needs. To ensure a flawless kitchen experience with absolutely zero mess, our expert fishmongers scale and gut every single fish by hand before shipping. It arrives at your UK doorstep 100% fresh, chilled on ice, and completely oven-ready.

Fresh Whole Hake 2kg (Cleaned & Oven-Ready)

Name: Fresh Whole Hake 2kg (Cleaned & Oven-Ready)
Brand: Seafood Xpress

£33.99

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Baking Hake whole on the bone locks in the natural juices, keeping the delicate white flakes incredibly moist. Follow this simple gourmet method:

Prep the Fish: Pat the skin completely dry with a paper towel. Make 3 to 4 deep, diagonal cuts across the thickest part of the fish on both sides. Season generously with sea salt, cracked black pepper, and extra virgin olive oil.

Aromatic Base: Lay a bed of sliced potatoes, onions, and bell peppers in a large baking tray. Place the whole Hake on top. Stuff the belly cavity with fresh lemon slices, garlic cloves, and bay leaves.

The Roast: Pour a splash of dry white wine into the tray and roast in a preheated oven at 200°C. Bake a 2kg fish for 25–30 minutes, a 3kg fish for 35–40 minutes, and a 4kg fish for 45–50 minutes until the white flesh easily flakes away from the center bone.
We believe in 100% transparency so you can plan your seafood catering or family dinners flawlessly:

2kg Whole Fish: Provides a substantial main course centerpiece that easily feeds 3 to 4 adults.

3kg Whole Fish: Ideal for larger dinner parties, comfortably serving 5 to 6 adults.

4kg Whole Fish: A spectacular, giant specimen that creates a true banquet experience, feeding 7 to 8 adults.

The Presentation: We completely remove the internal organs and stubborn scales for you. We deliberately keep the head and tail intact because they act as a natural heat shield, protecting the delicate premium white meat from drying out during high-heat cooking.
At Seafood Xpress, we manage a strict daily supply chain. Your Hake is wild-caught and packaged immediately inside temperature-controlled insulated boxes surrounded by gel ice packs:

In the Fridge: Keep the fish sealed and stored in the coldest part of your refrigerator at 2°C or below. For optimal sweetness, enjoy within 48 hours of delivery.

In the Freezer: Can I freeze it? Yes! Since this fish is delivered strictly fresh and never previously frozen, you can wrap it tightly in cling film and freeze it at home for up to 3 months. Thaw slowly in the fridge overnight before cooking.
Is Hake a very bony fish?

Not at all! Hake is highly favored because it features a single, prominent central spine rather than tiny, annoying scattered pin-bones. Once fully cooked, the white meat slides away from the backbone very cleanly, making it perfect and safe for family dinners.

How does Hake taste compared to Cod or Haddock?

Hake belongs to the same wider family but has a slightly sweeter, milder flavor profile. Its texture is beautifully soft when raw, but firms up elegantly into large, clean white flakes when exposed to heat, absorbing sauces and olive oil much better than cod.

Can I combine the weight options with the quantity selector?

Yes, absolutely! For example, if you select the '2kg Whole Fish' option and change the Quantity Selector to '2', you will receive two separate 2kg whole Hakes (totaling 4kg). This gives you complete flexibility for organizing any scale of seafood dinner.