Walleye
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What it is
Walleye is a freshwater fish native to North America, found in clear, cold lakes and rivers. It is a popular food fish, known for its mild flavor and firm, white flesh. It is typically sold fresh or frozen as fillets or whole fish.
Why it's used
Walleye is primarily used as a food ingredient, valued for its taste and texture. It is commonly prepared by baking, broiling, pan-frying, or deep-frying. It appears in packaged foods like frozen fish fillets, breaded fish products, and prepared seafood meals.
Health notes
Walleye is a source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. The FDA does not specifically regulate walleye as a food additive. International bodies like the WHO/FAO Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) evaluate many food ingredients, but specific evaluations for walleye as a distinct ingredient are not widely published. Like other fish, walleye can contain mercury, and consumption advisories are issued by agencies like the FDA and EPA, particularly for pregnant women and young children.
Allergen info
Walleye is a fish, which is one of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA. Consumers with a fish allergy should avoid walleye.