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Merluza

Discover merluza, a fish that's a super important food for people around the world!

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Merluza en Salsa Verde

Merluza en Salsa Verde

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Cocochas de Merluza
Cola de Merluza en salsa con guisantes y huevos escalfados
Cebiche de Merluza
Merluza al Horno con Almejas
Merluza frita con Begi Aundi en su tinta
Merluza Rellena con Gambas
Cola de Merluza en salsa con guisantes y huevos escalfados
Merluza a la Bilbaína
Merluza asada al horno con granos de coliflor, queso mascarpone y almendras frescas
Marcando los trozos de Cola de Merluza
Merluza con garbanzos y caldo de txipirón

Key Facts

Scientific Name
Merluccius.
Habitat
Cold ocean waters, often near the seabed.
Diet
Small fish and squid.
Fun Fact
Some merluza can grow as long as a school bus!

Meet the Merluza!

Imagine a fish that can grow as long as a school bus! That's a merluza! These fish live in the big, deep ocean. They have long, slender bodies and big mouths, perfect for catching their dinner. Merluza are a type of fish that many people love to eat because they are healthy and taste yummy. They are found in different parts of the ocean, swimming around in schools.

Where Do Merluza Come From?

Merluza are found in oceans all over the world, but they really love the cold waters. You can find them in the Atlantic Ocean, off the coasts of Europe and North America, and also in the Pacific Ocean, near South America. They like to swim in the deeper parts of the ocean, sometimes close to the bottom. Different kinds of merluza live in different places, like cousins in a big ocean family.

Why Merluza Are Super Important!

Merluza are like a treasure from the sea! For many people, eating merluza is a healthy way to get good nutrients. Fishermen catch merluza to sell, which helps people have jobs. It's a very popular fish to eat in many countries. Think of it like a healthy snack from the ocean that helps feed lots of families and keeps people strong.

Yummy Ways to Eat Merluza!

Merluza can be cooked in many delicious ways! People often fry it until it's crispy, bake it with yummy herbs, or even grill it. It has white, flaky meat that is easy to eat. It's a favorite for fish and chips! So, next time you see fish on a menu, it might be merluza, ready to be a tasty meal.

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