If you shop less often, start by choosing a pack that lets you take out the amount you need for each meal. A larger pack is only practical if it’s easy to portion and store in a way that suits you. Plain fillets give you more choice over how to prepare them, while breaded or prepared recipes call for a closer look at the ingredients. Check the species, ingredients and instructions on each pack too.
If you shop less often, a pack that states the number of pieces can help you plan several meals without having to prepare everything at once. Findus and E.Leclerc each list a product with the number of portions or slices stated.
If you’re stocking up on plain fish, check the species, ingredients and number of pieces, as well as the net weight. The products listed by Auchan and E.Leclerc show how 1 kg packs can contain fish cut in different ways.
If you want to keep cooking steps to a minimum, compare the cooking instructions for plain fish with the ingredients in breaded or prepared recipes. How convenient a product is depends on the one you choose, not just the size of the pack.
If you shop less often, first check how much you can use for each meal, then look at the fish’s ingredients and the cooking and storage instructions.
| Criterion | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Portioning | Number of pieces and whether you can take out the amount you want without thawing the rest. | When I’m cooking for one or two, I want to prepare just enough for the meal; around 38% of consumers would prioritise portioning. |
| Species and ingredients | Species stated, net weight and ingredients list, especially to distinguish plain fillets from prepared recipes. | If I’m planning several recipes with a large pack, I want to know exactly which fish it contains; around 37% of consumers would put species and ingredients first. |
| Preparation and storage | Whether to cook from frozen or thaw first, according to the pack, as well as storage instructions and freezer space. | If I need to prepare a meal with just a few steps, I need instructions that suit my appliances and storage; around 25% of consumers would prioritise this criterion. |
Two 1 kg packs might contain fillets, portions or a breaded recipe, so they may not be equally convenient for several meals.
Compare the number of pieces, species and ingredients before choosing a larger pack.
The information for the relevant Auchan and E.Leclerc products states that a bone may occasionally remain.
Look out for bones when preparing and serving the fish.
The DGCCRF recommends keeping the journey time for frozen foods to a minimum and using an insulated bag where possible to maintain the cold chain.
Pick up frozen food last, head home promptly and follow the storage instructions on the pack.
Findus lists its Family Pack Alaska pollock loins as containing 8 to 10 portions, with instructions for cooking from frozen.
Carrefour’s frozen food range includes plain, breaded and prepared fish, as well as seafood.
E.Leclerc lists ECO+ portions of Alaska pollock fillets in a 1 kg pack containing ten slices.
Auchan lists a 1 kg pack of plain cod fillets, with the species and ingredients stated.
Lidl France’s range includes breaded fish in larger packs.
Aldi’s range includes Alaska pollock fillets and Golden Seafood breaded fish, with some packs weighing up to 1 kg.
These products let you compare 1 kg packs with smaller packs stating that they contain four fillets. If you shop less often, choose according to the species, the stated number of pieces and how much you plan to prepare for each meal.
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This 1 kg pack could be a good choice if you’re planning several pangasius meals. Check the pack for any skin or bones and see how easy it is to take out individual pieces.
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This 1 kg pack is for anyone planning several meals with pangasius fillets. Before relying on being able to take out individual pieces, check how many fillets there are and how they’re arranged in the pack.
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The four fillets stated on this 500 g pack make it easy to count out portions for planned meals. Check the product’s thawing and cooking instructions.
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This 400 g pack states that it contains four fillets, making it a good option if you’d rather count pieces than choose a 1 kg bag. Follow the pack’s cooking and storage instructions.
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This 1 kg pack is another fish option for preparing several meals. Before planning portions, check the pack for the number of pieces, stated net weight and cooking instructions.
Yes, if you can use the fish over several meals in line with the instructions on the pack. To get an idea of portion sizes, Findus lists 8 to 10 portions for its Family Pack Alaska pollock loins, while E.Leclerc states that its 1 kg ECO+ product contains ten slices.
Yes, for products whose instructions explicitly say they can be cooked from frozen, such as the Family Pack Alaska pollock loins listed by Findus. Instructions vary depending on the product and cooking method, so follow those on the pack you buy.
Pick it up last, keep your journey time to a minimum and use an insulated bag where possible, as the DGCCRF recommends to maintain the cold chain. Then put the product in the freezer at the temperature stated on the pack.