{"product_id":"australian-tiger-flathead-tails-300g","title":"Australian Tiger Flathead Tails 300g","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBagnato Fishing Tiger Flathead Tails 300g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFirm, mild, boneless flathead tails, caught off the NSW coast and packed by the family that caught them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur tiger flathead comes from Vince Bagnato, who fishes the NSW coast aboard the Melisa. The Bagnatos are a Calabrian fishing family and have worked out of Sydney for generations, long enough to be part of the city’s fishing history. Vince has completed OceanWatch’s Master Fisherman program, which trains and assesses professional fishers in responsible fishing and careful fish handling. Everything he catches is processed and packed by his own team, so we can trace each pack back to his boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTiger flathead lives only in Australian waters, on the sandy and muddy seabed of the south-east coast. The tail is the thickest, meatiest part of the fish, and these come skin off and boneless, ready to cook straight from the pack. The white flesh is mild and gently sweet, and firm enough to hold its shape in batter, on the barbecue or in a simmering sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDip the tails in a cold beer batter for a proper fish and chip night, or coat them in panko with a little lemon zest and shallow-fry. For something lighter, pan-fry in butter with capers and parsley, or bake on a tray with cherry tomatoes, olives and a splash of white wine. They also stay in whole pieces when simmered gently in a coconut and tomato curry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiger or Rock Flathead?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth come in 300g packs, but they’re quite different fish. Tiger flathead lives in deeper water off the NSW coast and has a milder flavour and a firmer texture, which makes it the more affordable, everyday choice for fish and chips, curries and the barbecue. Our rock flathead comes from the shallow seagrass beds of Corner Inlet in Victoria, caught by members of the South Region Fishermen’s Co-operative. It’s sweeter and more delicate, and worth choosing when the fish is the star of the plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it’s Better\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraceable to one boat:\u003c\/strong\u003e caught by Vince Bagnato aboard the Melisa off the NSW coast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandled by the same family:\u003c\/strong\u003e processed and packed in house by Vince’s team.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA trained, recognised fisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vince is an OceanWatch Master Fisherman.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA true Australian native:\u003c\/strong\u003e tiger flathead is found only in Australian waters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo prep needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e skin off and boneless, ready for the pan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHolds together:\u003c\/strong\u003e firm enough for batter, the barbecue and a simmering sauce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday value:\u003c\/strong\u003e a more affordable flathead for regular weeknight dinners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e100% Australian Tiger Flathead (Neoplatycephalus richardsoni).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnow Your Fisher\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Bagnato family came to Sydney from Calabria in southern Italy and has fished these waters for generations. Vince Bagnato now skippers the Melisa, fishing the NSW coast and looking after his catch himself, from the boat through to processing and packing. He’s an OceanWatch Master Fisherman and has taken part in industry trials to cut bycatch, a sign of how seriously he takes the health of his fishery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooking Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePat the tails dry and season just before cooking. The fish is done when the flesh is white all the way through and flakes easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePan-fry:\u003c\/strong\u003e heat a little oil or butter over medium-high heat and cook for 2 to 3 minutes each side, depending on thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep-fry:\u003c\/strong\u003e heat oil to 180°C, batter or crumb the tails and fry for 3 to 4 minutes until golden. Drain on paper towel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarbecue:\u003c\/strong\u003e oil the fish and a hot plate, then cook for 2 to 3 minutes each side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBake:\u003c\/strong\u003e place on a lined tray in an oven preheated to 200°C for 8 to 12 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurry:\u003c\/strong\u003e add the pieces for the last 5 to 6 minutes of a gentle simmer and stir carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePacked frozen and may arrive partly or fully thawed. Keep chilled below 4°C and use by the date on the pack. To thaw, leave in the fridge overnight in the packaging, on a plate. Never thaw on the bench or in the microwave. Do not refreeze once thawed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFrom the same boat, our Bagnato eastern school whiting is a lighter, more delicate option for fish and chips.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Farmers Pick - Chilled","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68127240093928,"sku":"FISH-TIGERFLAT-FILL","price":18.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/8597\/5272\/files\/Flathead_73699c94-86db-4fa6-bb7d-cd44a71dcddc.png?v=1784698223","url":"https:\/\/checkout.farmerspick.com.au\/products\/australian-tiger-flathead-tails-300g","provider":"Farmers Pick","version":"1.0","type":"link"}