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merlan

whiting

A tasty white sea fish, merlan (whiting) is related to the cod and haddock, and commonly seen in French fish stands. It has firm white flesh, but its fillets fall apart easily and need to be cooked carefully.

Fish and seafood

Text © Dana Facaros

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