Bring the nostalgic coastal fish-fry tradition straight to your home with ultimate convenience!

Our Premium Fresh Jack Fish (Istavrit) Bulk Box – 6kg features wild-caught, high-quality fish celebrated for their distinctive silver skin, firm texture, and richly flavorful, nutrient-dense meat.

To save you hours of tedious kitchen prep and eliminate all the mess, our professional fishmongers expertly head and gut every single fish before dispatch. It arrives at your UK doorstep 100% fresh, perfectly chilled on ice, and completely ready-to-cook. This 6kg wholesale-style box is the absolute perfect solution for large family gatherings, traditional fish-fry nights, or stocking up your home freezer with premium, clean protein.

Fresh Jack Fish (Istavrit) Box – 6kg

Name: Fresh Jack Fish (Istavrit) Box – 6kg
Brand: Seafood Xpress

£69.99

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Because your istavrit arrives fully cleaned, it goes from the box to your dinner plate in just a few minutes! Here is the classic method to achieve that perfect golden crunch:

Light Rinse & Dry: Take the cleaned fish out of the box, give them a very quick rinse under cold running water, and pat them completely dry with a paper towel (this is the secret to maximum crispiness!).

The Coating: Toss the fish gently in a bowl with yellow cornmeal (mısır unu) or flour mixed with a generous pinch of sea salt.

The Skillet Fry: Arrange them side-by-side in a large flat frying pan with a shallow layer of hot vegetable oil. Fry on medium-high heat for 4 minutes until the skin turns extra crispy and golden, then flip carefully using a flat lid or plate to crisp the other side for another 3 minutes. Serve smoking hot with red onions and rocket leaves!
We practice 100% honesty and transparency regarding our seafood processing:

When you order this product, we weigh out a full 6kg gross weight of fresh, whole wild-caught istavrit first. Our team then performs the heading and gutting process. Please note: Removing the heads and internal organs naturally reduces the final delivery weight of the pure meat to around 65% to 70% of the initial weight. However, you are receiving a 100% waste-free, premium product with zero cleaning hassle, zero scales, and zero kitchen waste!
A 6kg bulk box is an incredible asset for smart weekly meal planning! Since everything from Seafood Xpress is sourced fresh daily and never previously frozen, you can confidently stock your home freezer for months to come.

If you selected our 'Packed in 1kg Bags' option, simply transfer the bags straight into your freezer upon arrival. If you opted for the standard box, divide the cleaned fish into your preferred family-sized portions, pack them tightly in airtight freezer bags, and store for up to 3–4 months. To Defrost: Move a bag to the refrigerator 12 hours before cooking. Slow thawing perfectly preserves the firm texture and rich oils of the fish.
Is the fish delivered fresh or frozen?

It is delivered 100% fresh, raw, and heavily chilled on ice packs inside high-density insulated boxes. We manage a direct, rapid cold chain so your fish is never frozen before it reaches your UK home.

Do I need to clean anything else before cooking?

Not at all! The heads, gills, and internal organs are completely removed. Every fish is thoroughly washed and prepped. You just need to give them a quick final rinse and dry before putting them into the pan.

Do I need to remove the bones?

Jack Fish has a central spine and a row of lateral scales. When fried to a perfect, golden crunch, the smaller bones soften beautifully and can be safely eaten. For larger pieces, the rich white meat separates very cleanly from the central skeleton with a simple slide of your fork after cooking