Tag: Kosher fish

According to NOAA Fisheries, skipjack tuna do not have scales on most of their body, only on a thick band behind their head. This article investigates the complex question of whether skipjack tuna is considered 'clean' or 'unclean' across different religious dietary laws and examines modern definitions related to health and environmental sustainability.

Approximately 99% of all flatfish, including Dover sole, are born with eyes on opposite sides of their head and swim upright, only to undergo a rapid metamorphosis during which one eye migrates to the other side. This remarkable species of flatfish does indeed possess both fins and scales, a fact important for both marine biology and dietary considerations.

Tilapia is one of the most widely consumed fish globally, with its mild flavor and affordability driving its popularity. However, questions about its status as a "clean" fish have arisen, touching upon ancient dietary laws and modern concerns about farming practices and nutritional content.

According to Jewish dietary law, only aquatic creatures with both fins and easily removable scales are permitted. This fundamental principle defines what seafood can kosher eat, strictly excluding all types of shellfish and creatures like eels, sharks, and marine mammals.