Saddletail Snapper fillets (often called Large Mouth Nannygai) are highly regarded for their premium eating quality.
Eating Qualities
Flesh: Thick, pearly white fillets
Flavour: Mild, slightly sweet and very clean
Texture: Firm and meaty with large flakes
Oil Content: Medium, giving a moist finish
Saddletail Snapper has a beautiful balance — rich enough to stay juicy, but still delicate and clean tasting. The fillets are thick and hold together exceptionally well, making them popular with chefs.
Best Cooking Methods
Pan-seared fillets
Grilled or barbecued
Oven baked
Crumbed or battered
It’s considered one of the better eating reef fish from the waters around the Great Barrier Reef, producing restaurant-quality fillets with a clean finish and impressive presentation.