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Pink Ling

Genypterus blacodes

Firm, large-flake white fillets that hold beautifully in stews and pies.

Year-round, quota managed

Line drawing of Pink Ling
Commercial methods

From boat to bench

Pink ling are taken in deep water by quota-managed longliners and demersal trawlers across Bass Strait and the southern shelf. The deep, cold water gives the flesh its dense, large-flake texture — ideal for slow cooking.

Health benefit

Light, lean protein rich in selenium and omega-3 fats for cardiovascular health.

Easy Recipe

Ling, Leek & Potato Chowder

Serves 4·35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 500g pink ling, cut into chunks
  • 2 leeks, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 500ml fish or chicken stock
  • 200ml cream, fresh parsley

Method

  1. 01Sweat the leeks in butter until soft.
  2. 02Add potatoes and stock, simmer 15 minutes.
  3. 03Drop in the ling and cream, simmer gently 5 minutes.
  4. 04Season, scatter with parsley and serve with crusty bread.

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