It's Seafood Month! Celebrate the delicious cold-water bounty of Seafood from Norway

Seafood thrives in Norway’s natural environment — no other place on Earth comes close to replicating its harsh yet ideal conditions. A vast coastline, cold air and deep coastal waters make for a way of life that Norway and its people have shared and relied on for centuries. Fish grow slowly in these ice-cold waters, yielding incredibly firm flesh, unsurpassed in taste, color and texture. Through innovation, grit and determination, coupled with centuries of know-how, the people of Norway sustainably produce and harvest this delicious cold-water bounty to share with the world. Seafood from Norway is easy to cook too, making it the perfect addition to a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.

Deep dive into the story of Seafood from Norway below! Read on to learn more about Norwegian Cod and Salmon, and explore our favorite recipes.

Norwegian Cod is an abundant fish, and popular at the dinner table! The cod's lean meat has a mild taste and rich, flaky texture that makes it very versatile. Grilled, sauteed or baked in the oven, it’s an ideal fish for picky eaters too.

Norway's sustainably ocean-farmed Salmon is a versatile fish that can be enjoyed in both cold and warm preparations, and can be cooked on the grill, in the pan, or fried. Try a whole side filet for a show stopping meal when entertaining.

Rigorous standards and thoughtful care for ocean health ensure Norway’s seafood industry is a world leader in responsible farming and harvesting practices, as well as wild resource management, fishing, processing and distribution.Norwegian cod is wild-caught (Norway was the first nation to introduce a quota system for wild caught cod). Norwegian salmon is antibiotic-free and non-GMO, and fed a diet of clean, high quality food with ample space to move and grow, according to Norway’s strict aquaculture regulations.

Seafood from Norway is an amazing source of nourishment —it'sthe perfect addition to a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Fatty fish, like salmon, is a good source of heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids, which research has shown to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Choose salmon and cod from Norway for their pure taste, beautiful color, firm flesh and ideal texture! Try Norwegian salmon in a quick and creamy pasta dish with pesto and cherry tomatoes, or  try a tasty twist on fish tacos (—always a hit!), with pan-fried cod and a spicy sauce.

(Serves 4)

1.5 lbs. Norwegian salmon fillet, skinned and deboned
1 lb pasta fusilli
1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
12 cherry tomatoes
1 cup crème fraîche
6 tbs pesto
Salt & ground black pepper
0.25 cups pine nuts
3 oz Parmesan cheese, grated

• Cut salmon into 1-inch cubes
• Cook pasta as directed on package
• Cut cherry tomatoes in half
• Pan-roast Norwegian Salmon cubes with butter and olive oil, and add tomatoes
• Mix crème fraîche (sour cream may be substituted) and pesto, and fold into pasta. Season with salt and pepper
• Gently toss salmon and cherry tomatoes into pasta just before serving
• Serve with pine nuts, Parmesan and chopped basil sprinkled over

(Serves 4)

800g Norwegian cod fillet
2 tbsp butter
0.5 lime, juiced
salt and pepper

For the mango salsa: 1 mango; 2 pineapple slices; 1 lime, juiced; 1 mild chilli; cilantro, fresh
For the tomato salsa: 2 tomato; 1 mild chilli; 1 bunch fresh cilantro; 0.5 yellow onions; salt and pepper
Serve with: 250 ml chili mayo; 8 6"-8" soft tortillas
Garnish: 1 red onion, 2 avocados, lettuce

• Shred the romaine lettuce leaves, slice the red onion and avocado into thin wedges or chunks.
• Make the salsas. Finely chop all the ingredients and mix well. Set aside while you prepare the fish.
• Cut the cod into cubes or strips and fry in a pan with a little butter. Add a little lime juice after the cod has finished cooking. Add some salt and pepper.
• Heat the tortillas in the oven, frying pan or microwave.
• Spread the chilli mayonnaise onto the tortillas. Add the sliced chilli, shredded lettuce, avocado, onion, cod, salsa and chopped coriander.

Taste the difference for yourself! Find Seafood from Norway at Eataly Flatiron, Eataly Downtown, and Eataly Boston.