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Why Murray cod is a healthy fish to eat this Easter

What are your plans for the Easter 2021 long weekend?

With traditional family feasts called off last year, thanks to a certain C-word, many of us are looking forward to connecting in-person with our loved ones and friends this Easter, as restrictions around Australia continue to ease.

While chocolate eggs and hot-cross buns are staple Easter treats, why not wow your guests with something different for lunch or dinner? If the pandemic’s taught us anything, it’s eating well can help us stay healthy.

So, here’s what you can do: cook with healthy Murray cod!

Murray cod is a healthy fish

Packed full of vitamins and minerals, Aquna Sustainable Murray Cod is bursting with health benefits. One of the most documented and researched benefits of eating Murray cod is the Omega-3 and -6 fatty acid content.

These ‘good fats’ are great for our health, including reducing our risk of heart disease. Easy to access and in good supply, Aquna Murray cod’s an excellent choice to consider for your Easter holiday get-togethers.

Here’s Murray cod’s nutritional composition, if you’re curious:

Murray cod nutritional analysis

Healthy ways to cook Aquna Murray cod

One of the best things about our sustainably-farmed Murray cod is its versatile cooking qualities. With a firm texture and natural flavour, Murray cod holds together well, however you cook it.

Healthy ways to cook Murray cod include:

  • Baking
  • Grilling
  • Steaming
  • Pan-searing
  • Shallow frying.

Even if you’re not confident cooking fish, Murray cod has a naturally oily texture, which keeps its moisture when cooked. This means Murray cod tastes great, even if it’s been overcooked!

NEW Aquna Murray cod recipes

You’re convinced Murray cod will be perfect on your Easter menu. Now what? Well, here’s some NEW recipes from Heston Blumenthal to impress your family and friends. Enjoy experimenting with Murray cod!

RECIPE: Curried Murray cod with cauliflower

RECIPE: Murray cod en papillote

RECIPE: Miso marinated black Murray cod

Where can I buy Aquna Sustainable Murray Cod?

Here’s where you can buy Aquna Sustainable Murray Cod