I've two credible sources (both in the restaurant industry) telling me two different things. One says that Cod is an actual type of fish from the Pacific and Atlantic; the other says Cod isn't really a specific fish -- that the term Cod is an acronym for "Catch Of the Day". What gives? Who is right?
2007-02-15 07:01:31 · 4 answers · asked by Andy 5 in Food & Drink ➔ Cooking & Recipes
There are two different species of Cod. The Pacific variety is called Gadus macrocephalus and the Atlantic variety is called Gadus morhua. That's it. The gentleman stating that Cod isn't really a fish is refering to the fact that in the Pacific there are 14 different species of Rock Fish that until a few years ago were commonly traded as "Rock Cod". That is where the confusion lies.
2007-02-15 07:22:21 · answer #1 · answered by Add Man 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
hahaha, the one that's telling you Cod is an acronym is either messing with you, or doesn't know too much about fish, because Cod is an actual type of fish. And when prepared right, can be quite tasty.
2007-02-15 07:09:37 · answer #2 · answered by Chef Nasty 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Cod is a real fish! They have big teeth too! It's a great firm whitefish, and really tasty.
What some of your friends are thinking about is imitation cod, crab, or lobster, which are all made with remnants of any whitefish and flavored with something fake.
2007-02-15 07:10:31 · answer #3 · answered by chefgrille 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no cod is a real fish and cod could be caught the same day, so it's both.
2007-02-15 16:59:10 · answer #4 · answered by Demetrios 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋